Julian.
Ah, the oracle! The heathen oracle——!
Gallus.
The heathenism might be forgiven me; but—well, why should you not know it?—I have inquired as to the issue of the Persian war——
Julian.
What madness!—Gallus—I see it in your face: you have asked other questions!
Gallus.
No more; I have not asked——
Julian.
Yes, yes; you have inquired as to a mighty man’s life or death!