Rosemary Sutcliff
Marcus Aquila Monologues
He's not a slave. And he knows more about honor and freedom than you ever will.
You've honored my father's memory enough. You don't have to do this.
Mithras, lord of light, father of our fathers, let me not bring misfortune to my legion. Mithras, lord of light, father of our fathers, accept whatever sacrifice that I may not bring misfortune to my legion.
On my command, we form testudo! Ready… open the gates!
Marcus Flavius Aquila, Fourth Cohort of Gaul, Second Legion, come to relieve the command.
Mithras, lord of light, please help me, father of our fathers. Help me lead my men well. Do not let me dishonor my legion. Please help me regain my family's honor.
