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Julius Caesar, a legendary Roman military general, had expanded his Empire by winning a series of epic battles. Loved and respected by all, Caesar rose to become a powerful Roman politician in the succeeding years of his life. He visited the Kingdoms of great kings in conquered many foreign lands.

The pinnacle of his power, the Mighty Pompey challenged him to the battle of Pharsalus. Unsurprisingly, Caesar won the battle and vanquished the Republic, making Pompey flee to Egypt.

Soon, the news of Caesar's triumph over Pomey spread throughout Rome. The commoners left their jobs and crowded the streets of Rome to celebrate Caesar's victory. However, not everyone was happy with Caesar's triumph. Many of Caesar's enemies sent the commoners back to work before the celebrations could even begin.

Two men, Flavius and Marullus, were scolding the carpenters, cobblers, and other commoners to resume their daily jobs. The commoners, in return, regaled the story of Caesar's victory in the battle of Pharsalus. Marullus scolded them, "Are you all mad? You should thank God for sparing you the punishment for such ingratitude! Don't you remember worshipping Pompey? Today you celebrate his defeat! You should be ashamed of yourselves! "

The commoners listen to Marullus quietly and dispersed. " Marullus, we must ensure that no one celebrates Caesar's victory. There should be no decorations for his welcome." said Flavius.

That afternoon, the trumpets announced Caesar's arrival. A large crowd followed Caesar's carriage. Suddenly, Caesar stopped his carriage and pointed towards his wife who was standing in the crowd.

He addressed Mark Antony, " I shall have Calphurnia stand in your path before the holy race. It is said that if you touch an infertile woman during this race, she is freed of barrenness. "

Antony moved forward and touched Calphurnia. At that moment, a fortune teller in the crowd called Caesar's name. Caesar asked the fortune teller what he wanted. He answered, "Sir beware of the 15th of March. It will be the worst day for you. "

Caesar ignored his warning and moved ahead with his attendants. Soon, the place emptied, leaving Brutus and Cassius alone.

Cassius asked, "Brutus, do you want to take part in the holy race?"

Brutus shook his head. "No I am not as competitive as Antony, but you can go to the race! "

Cassius replied, "Don't mind me, but I have no test that you are less friendly to me nowadays... "

"No, Cassius I am just uncomfortable and uneasy. My inner conflicts are troubling me. "

Cassius apologized to Brutus for misunderstanding his feelings. He urged him to look within himself and eradicate all sins from there to find some peace. Brutus was confused.

"I will help you in realizing your true self, Brutus," said Cassius.

Suddenly, they heard the sound of trumpets.

"What is that commotion?" asked Brutus. "Oh! I'm afraid they have crowned Caesar their king! "

"Brutus, do you hate Caesar? " Cassius asked carefully.

"No. I love Caesar very much. Anyway, tell me what did you want to talk about? If it is regarding the goodwill of the Romans, then I will listen. If not, then let me leave. " He hurriedly brushed Cassius off.

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