Nevita.
If it can be done at all, sire! We have not the implements——
Julian.
And that this should come upon us now—just when so much depends on a speedy victory.[[12]]
The Persian.
Oh ruler of the world, I have said that I can lend your army wings.
Julian.
Speak! Do you know of a shorter way?
The Persian.
If you will promise me that after your victory you will restore the possessions of which I have been robbed, and give me a new wife of noble birth, I will——