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The plot escalates when Lucius confronts the political machinations of the Empire as his integrity is challenged. The ambitious Cyanius seizes the opportunity to claim power, threatening Lucius’s life and career. He faces physical danger from those envious of his position, including Virtus, and is caught in a web of political intrigue.
In a pivotal moment, Lucius must concede to appealing to the Emperor for a project that aligns with the welfare of the soldiers, realizing that duty to the Empire transcends personal grievances. As he builds healing baths at the battlefield, a bond forms between Lucius and the war veterans he encounters.
A Climactic Conclusion