Julian.
Ah, what is the Emperor? The Emperor is sick in mind and body; he is broken down by his care for the empire’s weal. Is it not so, Decentius?
Decentius.
Yes, doubtless; but——
Julian.
How it cut me to the heart when I heard——
[Pressing the hands of those around him.
Pray for his soul, you who worship the good Christ! Offer sacrifices for his recovery, you who have remained faithful to the gods of your fathers!——Know you that the Emperor has held a triumphal entry into Rome?
Maurus.
The Emperor!