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the emperor julian.
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Julian.
Then you shall feel how far the Emperor's arm can stretch!
Gregory.
The Emperor's arm is mighty in earthly things; and I, like others, tremble under it.
Julian.
Show it, then, in deeds! Ah, you Galileans, you reckon upon my long-suffering. Do not trust to it; for truly
A noise at the entrance. The barber, Eunapius, followed by several citizens, rushes in.
Julian.
What is this? Eunapius, what has befallen you?
Eunapius.
Oh that my eyes should see such a sight!
Julian.
What sight have you seen?
Eunapius.
Behold, most gracious Emperor, I come bleeding and bruised, yet happy to be the first to call down your wrath
Julian.
Speak, man;—who has beaten you?
Eunapius.
Permit me, sire, to lay my complaint before you.
