Death of Emperor Titus
Emperor Titus lies on his deathbed in the Flavian Palace, surrounded by physicians and advisors. The physicians are frantically trying to save him, while the advisors, including his brother Domitian,
Setting
The imperial bedchamber in the Flavian Palace, Rome. A grand room with high ceilings, marble floors, and walls adorned with frescoes depicting military victories. The bed is large, draped in rich purple fabrics, and surrounded by heavy curtains.
Characters
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Titus Flavius Vespasianus
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A middle-aged man with a robust but now weakened frame, his face lined with the marks of both military campaigns and recent illness. His once-vibrant eyes are now dulled by fever, and his short-cropped hair is streaked with gray. His skin is pallid, contrasting with the deep purple of his imperial garments.
Chief Physician
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A middle-aged man of Greek descent, with a lean but sturdy build, sharp features, and deep-set, observant eyes. His hair is thinning and streaked with gray, tied back in a simple knot. His hands are clean but show signs of frequent washing, with long fingers suited for precise medical work.
Domitian
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A man in his early 30s, with sharp features and piercing eyes that betray both ambition and unease. His athletic build suggests military training, though his current posture lacks the rigidity of a soldier. Dark hair is cropped short in the Roman style, with a slight curl that refuses to be tamed.
Praetorian Prefect
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A tall, broad-shouldered man in his late 40s with a weathered face, deep-set eyes, and a closely cropped military haircut. His posture is rigid, reflecting years of disciplined service. A prominent scar runs from his left temple to his jawline, a testament to his battlefield experience.
Assistant Physician
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A young man in his early twenties, slight of build with a pale complexion and dark, tousled hair. His hands are delicate but currently trembling as he works, his fingers stained with the juices of crushed herbs. His eyes are wide with a mix of fear and concentration, darting between his tasks and the dying emperor.
Dialog
Titus Flavius Vespasianus
Brother... the fever burns like a Parthian arrow... but Rome must not bleed for it.
Chief Physician
Divine Augustus, the poppy and willow bark may yet... restore the humors' balance.
Domitian
Physician - speak plainly. Does Jupiter Capitoline still hear his prayers?
Titus Flavius Vespasianus
Enough, little brother... The Fates spin their thread. Let the man practice his art.
Chief Physician
The divine breath... grows thin. We must prepare the lares for their vigil.
Domitian
Then summon the Praetorians. The Praetorian Guard must witness... all things.
Titus Flavius Vespasianus
So Vespasian's line continues... Tell them... I kept faith with Rome.
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