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I too.

We will both keep an eye on him.

Sire, I fear you had but little sleep last night.

Very little.

[ is on the point of saying something, but changes his mind.

Know you what kept me from sleeping?

No, my Emperor.

The victor of the Milvian Bridge was with me.

The great Constantine?

Yes. For some nights past his shade has given me no rest. He comes a little after midnight, and does not depart until the dawn is at hand.

The moon is full, sire; that has always had a strange effect on your mind.