An Affair

Sextvs Cornelivs Svlla's residence, a few days after the council session, before Sextvs Cornelivs Scapvla returns to Legio I

"It's really nothing special. I'll just be keeping the men in shape for a few seasons while the Senate decides who our new commander will be. I won't be leading them in glory to battle. And your husband will be right by my side the whole time."
"You are quite modest for someone who isn't wearing anything!" replied Dionysia.
"My lady, I could use some more wine. Perhaps I should fetch some?"
"Nonsense. I'll have my servant bring some."
"But we will be seen together!"
"And Florivs is illiterate and has had his tongue removed. Such is the irony of one who will know all my secrets. FLORIVS!!!"

Florivs brings some wine, and then leaves. Scapvla and Dionysia drink.

"Well I am quite proud of you, even if your own beloved does not seem to care. And please be sure to look after my Sextvs Cornelilvs Svlla for me."
"Do you ever get confused, with us both sharing names?" joked Scapvla.
"I'm just not going to answer that!" she said, hitting him playfully. "But I'm sure you two will be great leading together. Everyone talks about how you are such good friends and comrades. What could you possibly have to quarrel about?"
"You mean, besides the obvious?"