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[Drawing him aside.] Tell me openly, Oribases,—is there anything amiss with the Emperor's mind?

What should make you think that, sir?

How else can I interpret his conduct?

Oh my beloved Emperor!

Oribases, you must hide nothing from me.

[Drawing near.] Oh valiant general, if it be not indiscreet

Presently, presently!

[To .] Do not fear, sir! No misfortune shall happen. Eutherius and I have promised each other to keep an eye upon him.

Ah, you do not mean to say that?

Last night he had well nigh shortened his life. Fortunately Eutherius was at hand; oh speak of it to no one!