Antonius scratched his chin thoughtfully, "It is good to know that there are<span style="font-style: italic">some</span>of my soldiers that are still respectful. I have had far too many a soldier come into my throne room expecting me to simply give them what they want. And, this is not an act of greed. You please me, soldier, and for that, you may join this crusade of sorts." He lifted a finger in caution, "A word to the wise. Do not go against any of your officers' orders, or there will be trouble for you. Marcus!"<br/><br/>A broad-shouldered soldier in leather armor entered and bowed to his emperor, "Yes my lord?" "Bring this young man to the rest of the men." Marcus bowed again and gestured for Decimus to follow. "So," Marcus gave the other soldier a cheeky looking grin, one that would have gotten him decapitated in the throne room, "Do you know why the emperor wishes to 'explore' this new land?" He looked like a adolescent boy that had just snuck unseen into a women's changing room. "I can tell you this much, it isn't for the gold. Well, it is, of sorts... heh"