Third, Croton would not interfere with Castellon joining the Tula Alliance. However, Crimea must remain neutral. (Because Crimea is very close to Croton, its inclusion in the Tula Alliance would be akin to pressing a dagger against Croton's stomach. Lysias naturally could not agree to this, and Marigi did not insist, as the Tula Alliance lacked the strength to defend Crimea against potential attacks. Nonetheless, Juleios decided to release the Crimean prisoners after six months in accordance with the agreed ransom terms. The Crimean envoy expressed deep gratitude and promised, "We will no longer oppose the Tula Alliance!")