However, after four months, the Persians had run out of money, with Aristagoras also spending a great deal. Thoroughly demoralised, the expedition prepared to return to Asia Minor empty handed. Before leaving, they built a stronghold for the exiled Naxian aristocrats on the island.
However, after four months, the Persians had depleted their resources, with Aristagoras also incurring substantial costs. The expedition was left feeling utterly demoralized and prepared to return to Asia Minor without achieving its goals. Before leaving, they constructed a stronghold for the exiled Naxian nobility on the island.