Augustus Road

“Therefore, in my speeches I sow opinions as if they were sowing, so that whatever crop grows there may be a harvest.” - Pliny the Younger, "Letters"

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"So? You asked me to rescue Yulia?" Calabis felt that Crassus and Lisilia were always dwelling on this matter, and it was definitely not a whim.

"Yes, you have to know that the Emily clan is a descendant of King Numa, and Lepidus is a prominent family among them. But now that it has declined, Julia is even personally involved in the trade and loan industry. This The reputation of this ancient family has been greatly tarnished," Crassus said proudly, "Rome has been established for hundreds of years. Do you really think that all ancient families have the same origin? Wrong, many families have a glorious name. "No. In fact, things have changed a lot. There are so many slaves, stewards, and sidelines occupying the magpie's nest, even the Brutus family - do you understand what I mean?"

"I don't quite understand." In fact, Calabis understood very well that Crassus and Lisilia's intention was to let him "take advantage of others' danger" and force Yulia to marry him in the name of helping Yulia, and at the same time seize the title of Lepidus. . But he didn't have enough affection for the stubborn little widow, and he couldn't explain it to Bodie.

"This is fate, and Calabis, you should know that you need a real marriage with a well-matched family. This is very necessary for any man who wants to gain a foothold in Rome." Li Xilia's words were also very sincere, She did not mention the legend of "Cornelius" in front of Crassus, but Calabis knew all its meaning.

When Calabis was still about to make a fool of himself, Crassus spoke with an absolute request, "I don't want to be more direct - after the dinner at Prima, go to Sardinia, no matter what method you use." , it will be easy for you to pay off Yulia’s debt. Get the Ophelenu Manor together with Yulia, and then inherit the name of Lepidus. You will be the deputy general of Caesar’s Expeditionary Corps. When I return in triumph, I will take It The properties of Runia and Sardinia are all entrusted to you, and you should know the pros and cons. "

"But I'm married."

"Stop joking! That slave girl named Poti? She is just a tool to give birth to children for you. Well, Yulia can consider raising you and her son and daughter in the future." Crassus said with anger. and dissatisfaction.

"Maybe she was a slave girl before, but she is my woman now. I don't think it is necessary for me to marry two wives now." Although there was sweat on Calabis's face, he still insisted.

"Absurd, what two wives! Calabis, I don't want to talk to you anymore. Are you insulting me? Do you understand? After I lost my brother, I married my widowed sister-in-law and treated my brother's children as my own. Come out and raise them together, because they are all members of the familia. Now Julia will also form a new familia with you. Your family and name will be passed down from generation to generation in the Roman political arena. And that one is just a slave girl, what does she have? Qualifications? You are destroying yourself, Calabis!" Crassus was a little incoherent. He suddenly stood up from the armchair, panting.

On the other hand, Li Xilia was on the side. When she heard Calabis' stubbornness, her face became a little complicated. She winked at Crassus, and Crassus sat down again, with a slightly gentler tone, "Listen, I need you now. , because my son Crassus will also accompany the army on the expedition to Lusitania. You have to assist him in everything. I forgive your rashness and abruptness, and am willing to continue to fund your career, but you have to resolve Yulia's debt crisis. ,immediately!"

Calabis still stubbornly said that he could help Yulia, but without any additional conditions. Crassus didn't bother to say more to him, and just waved his hand with his back to him, meaning that the matter should be done as soon as possible.

Calabis, who walked out of the Temple of Vesta, was in a very depressed mood. He felt that his whole body was divided. When little Adam and him were in front of Adiana, this ambitious and eccentric descendant of the Mitra family, the girl was aroused. But when he returned to Rome and in front of Poti and his children, he became desireless again and just wanted to silently protect this family.

He dare not say which one is right or which one is wrong. But when he doesn't believe in fate, he seems to be an outlier in this world. Even the extremely smart Adiana still has no doubts about the dream of the wheat field - in fact, according to the current psychological explanation, she was just a newcomer. It's just a subconscious fantasy caused by being on the throne and sleeping with him.

However, it is not easy to change the world. Explaining all cause and effect in dreams will make it more acceptable to the world in front of you.

"Your Excellency Calabis." Beside the pillars, Little Zeno blushed and supported the beautifully carved pillars, and softly affirmed Calabis, "I heard what you just said. You are an out-and-out good person, but this It is the fate given to you by the gods. Sometimes it takes more courage to accept fate than to resist it. "

Karabis smiled bitterly, touched the top of Zeno's head, and walked towards the Jukora Street apartment.

When he opened the door, Bodie was lying on the couch and had not yet fallen asleep. Next to him was the wet nurse who was sleeping soundly, and there was also a crib with little Leo and little Corinna - the little pigeon Paluma was on the terrace. She was sleeping soundly on the crib, everything was very quiet, "What are you looking at?" Calabis took the wax plate she was looking at just now from the hands of a somewhat panicked Bodie. There were just some crooked figures on it. Letters and numbers.

Potty covered her body with a thin blanket and said with some embarrassment: "I'm just following Little Pigeon's homework and learning some common words. Sometimes I also have to ask about family expenses." After a pause, she suddenly cried. Get up, "I'm sorry, I once thought that Calabis, you are a god who came to me from afar and gave me too much love and pleasure, but sometimes I feel too far away from you, but you have to believe that I I sincerely gave birth to your son and daughter. I am very happy, very happy...I'm sorry, I don't want to cry, I just clumsily fantasize from time to time, okay, forget this ridiculous piece of wax board, and my stupid behavior.”

"Why forget? You have to believe me, Poti. The vestal virgins of the Temple of Vesta told me that it takes more courage to accept your fate. I don't think so. To hell with it - I've thought about it. Discord Crassus fought hard, I will run to Lusitania to hide from the limelight, Poti, you can raise the children in peace, everything will be fine."

Bodi hugged his neck, "How does it have anything to do with Crassus? Isn't it Lady Adiana?"

"It's about a down-and-out noble widow in Sardinia, where I have to go after the banquet." Calabis gently touched Poti's thick, thick curly hair and said, and then he comforted Poti, " Adiana, there's no way I'm going to marry her. Potty, you have a dowry - the niche of the house god, and a hundred drachmas."

These words suddenly made Bodie burst into tears and burst into laughter. "Stop teasing me." (To be continued.)