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caesar's apostasy.
[act iv.
Julian.
I call heaven to witness that I never; Ah, here is Sintula; now we can[To the Tribune.] You are going? Decentius. I have affairs to transact with the generals, noble Caesar! Julian. Without my intervention? Decentius. The Emperor commands me to spare his beloved kinsman. [He goes out by the back, followed by the others, except Sintula, who remains standing at the door.
Julian.
[Looking at him awhile.] Sintula!
Sintula.
Yes, noble master!
Julian.
Come nearer—Yes, by my faith, you look honest. Pardon me; I never thought you could be so attached to me.
Sintula.
How know you that I am attached to you, my lord?
Julian.
[Pointing to the roll of paper.] I can read it here, in this; it is written that you are to desert me.
