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the emperor julian.
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Caesarius.
After this, I have not a word more to say for those unfortunates. I only crave permission to leave the court and city.
Julian.
Would you leave me?
Caesarius.
Yes, most gracious Emperor!
Julian.
You are stiff-necked, like your brother.
Caesarius.
The new order of things gives me much to reflect upon.
Julian.
I had great designs for you Caesarius! It would be a great joy to me, if you could renounce your errors. Can you not?
Caesarius.
God knows what I might have done a month ago;—now I cannot.
Julian.
A marriage into one of the most powerful families should stand open to you. Will you not bethink you?
Caesarius.
No, most gracious lord.