“Give way!!!”
A loud trumpet from the city gate sounded.
It was an eerily familiar sound. The blow was so loud that the rhythm broke the chaos of the protesting crowds.
“The Empress of Rome has arrived!”
The city gates opened, chariots and soldiers of Rome entered Oraiapolis. The crowd made a way for the empress’s entourage, as they were all awed by their majestic entrance.
Arete and others were shocked, it was out of what they had expected. It reminded Arete of the day when the Romans entered Syracuse. A revulsion of feeling that led to her deep anger towards the empress.
“What a pleasant surprise! The great empress is here just in time for my Inauguration!” Heracle welcomed Sporus with a big smile.
Chlorus came out from the carriage, holding the door open for the empress.
Chloru
