Nevita.
[To the Persian.] Is it possible to reach the defiles in three days?
The Persian.
Yes, great warrior, it is possible, if you make use of this night as well.
Julian.
Let the camp be broken up! No time now for sleep, for rest! In four days—or five at the utmost—I must stand before Ctesiphon.—What are you thinking about! Ah, I know.
Nevita.
The fleet, sire!
Julian.
Yes, yes, yes, the fleet!