Julian.

I will come; I will satisfy them——

Oribases.

There is only one way: you must turn their thoughts in another direction, my lord;—they are wild with despair over the fate awaiting them if you delay any longer.

Maximus.

Now go to heaven, thou fool; now die for thy Lord and Master!

Julian.

[Grasping him by the arm.] The Emperor’s empire for me!

Maximus.

Achilles!