It was only now that Spartacus understood that Crossus had never changed his mind, and knowing him quite well, he quickly guessed the purpose behind Crossus's actions.
Feeling a bit melancholic, Spartacus soon pulled himself together and did not heed Antonix's suggestion to send the cavalry back to locate Crossus's army. Instead, he ordered the troops to gather quickly and march north.
As he left the camp, he paused for a moment to look back and silently wished his old comrade-in-arms Crossus good luck.
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Crossus was unwilling to lead his troops north but that didn't mean he was foolish enough to face the oncoming Roman Army alone.
