I call heaven to witness that I never——; Ah, here is Sintula; now we can——[To the Tribune.] You are going?

Decentius.

I have affairs to transact with the generals, noble Caesar!

Julian.

Without my intervention?

Decentius.

The Emperor commands me to spare his beloved kinsman.

[He goes out by the back, followed by the others, except Sintula, who remains standing at the door.

Julian.

[Looking at him awhile.] Sintula!