I put on my chest crossbelt, my sheathed sword and then wore the purple robe gifted to me by the Caesar.

As soon as I entered the hall, all eyes were on me.

“Son, come in and take a seat.” the Caesar gestured to the chair beside him.

I went to the chair, sat down and looked at him inquisitively

“You requested for me Father.”

He looked at my face then his smile vanished

“Are you troubled with anything?” he then patted my shoulder

“Never let anyone trample on your dignity nor on your happiness.”

“Yes Father.”

He then looked at general Amphitryon

“How are the preparations coming.”

The general...