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the emperor julian.
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Nevita.
The Emperor! Is it not your business to answer for him?
Anatolus.
His horse was shot under him,—a terrible tumult arose; it was impossible to get near him
Nevita.
Think you he has come to any harm?
Anatolus.
No, I think not. There was a cry that he was unhurt, but
Many of Nevita's Followers.
There he is! There he is!
The Emperor Julian, without helmet or armour, with only a sword and shield, escorted by soldiers of the Imperial Guard, enters from the right.
Julian.
'Tis well I have found you, Nevita!
Nevita.
Ah, sire—without armour; how imprudent
Julian.
In these regions no weapon can touch me. But go, Nevita; take the supreme command; my horse was shot under me, and
Nevita.
My Emperor, then after all you are hurt?
