Birth of Emperor Domitian
The birth of Domitian, future Roman Emperor, in a noble household in Rome. The scene is tense with anticipation as the midwife and attendants assist in the delivery, while Titus Flavius Vespasianus, t
Setting
A well-appointed birthing chamber in a Roman noble household, with frescoed walls and a high ceiling. The room is warm and private, with a large bed at the center and a small altar in the corner for household gods. A window overlooks the courtyard, where an eagle can be seen circling.
Characters
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Titus Flavius Vespasianus
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A robust Roman noble in his early forties, with a strong military bearing despite his current civilian attire. His face is weathered from years of campaigning, with deep-set brown eyes and a prominent nose. His dark hair is cropped short in the military style, with streaks of gray beginning to show at the temples.
Midwife
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A middle-aged Roman woman of sturdy build, with strong hands and keen, observant eyes. Her face shows the lines of experience, and her dark hair is pulled back tightly into a simple bun. Her posture is upright, exuding confidence and authority.
Household Slave
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A young woman in her early twenties, of slight but sturdy build, with dark curly hair tied back in a simple bun. Her olive skin is slightly flushed from exertion, and her hands are calloused from years of labor. Her dark eyes are focused and attentive, reflecting her dedication to her duties.
Domitian
secondary
A newborn infant with a slightly ruddy complexion, fine dark hair, and delicate features. His tiny fists are clenched, and his body is still covered in the vernix caseosa typical of newborns.
Dialog
Titus Flavius Vespasianus
By Mars' spear, how much longer must we wait? The eagle circles as if the gods themselves watch this chamber.
Midwife
Patience, Dominus. The child comes when it will, not when we bid. See how the mother's strength holds? This is a good sign.
Titus Flavius Vespasianus
If the Lares favor us, let them grant this child the vigor of my legionaries. I've seen eagles at dawn before battles, but never so low over a birthing chamber.
Midwife
Attend now! The crown appears. Fetch the olive oil and the silver knife for the cord.
Titus Flavius Vespasianus
Tell me when I may enter. I would see my son take his first breath beneath Jupiter's gaze.
Midwife
Soon, Dominus. The gods weave his fate even as we speak. Hear that cry? Strong lungs for a Flavian.
Titus Flavius Vespasianus
Then let his life be as the eagle's flight - soaring above common men, yet ever watched by the gods.
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