You have a special errand here? I had quite forgotten to ask you——

Agathon.

A strange errand; so strange that I am lost in doubt and disquietude. There is so much I should like to know first—about life in the city—about yourself—and the Emperor——

Julian.

[Looks hard at him.] Tell me the truth, Agathon—with whom have you spoken before meeting me?

Agathon.

With no one.

Julian.

When did you arrive?

Agathon.