Basil.
Impious doings!
Julian.
[Breathlessly.] And then——?
Libanius.
In the strong bluish light, they all saw the statue’s face come to life and smile at them.
Julian.
What more?
Libanius.
Terror seized on the minds of most. All rushed towards the doors. Many have lain sick or raving ever since. But he himself—would you believe it, Julian?—in spite of the fate that befell his two brothers in Constantinople, he goes boldly forward on his reckless and scandalous way.