human
So the dreadful deed was done; and yet, had I let the wretch live, I should have been a traitor to Rome, to myself, and to my father's life's work. That day, for the first time, I was ruler of the world. Those who accuse me of fratricide no doubt believe themselves to be right. But they certainly are not. I know better. You also know now with me that destiny, and not I, struck Geta out from among the living.
gpt
You understand now how I came to shed my brother's blood?
human
Yes, I understand it.
gpt
Let me go now; I can bear it no longer!
human
So soft-hearted? asked he, and shook his head disapprovingly.
gpt
Life rages more wildly round the throne than in an artist's home. You will have to learn to swim through the roaring torrent with me. Believe me, even enormities can become quite commonplace. And, besides, why does it still shock you when you yourself know that it was indispensable?
human
I am only a weak girl, and I feel as if I had witnessed these fearful deeds, and had to bear the terrible blood-guiltiness with you!
gpt
That is what you must and shall do! It is to that end that I have confided to you what no one else has ever heard from my mouth!