IV Summary

Julian was 16 when Constantius paid the boys a visit. He is naturally nervous as this cousin can decide whether Julian and Gallus live or die. Both study furiously, and Julian admits to being amazed by the display that Constantius provided. There was a parade of officials and an array of clerks and servants accompanying Constantius. Their meeting with Constantius was brief. Gallus put on his best behavior, winning Constantius' approval. He also told Constantius that Julian wished to become a priest. Julian didn't disagree. It's while Constantius is visiting that Julian first meets Oribasius of Pergamom, a physician to Constantius who would become one of Julian's best friends. Julian had a favored groom at this point in time, Hilarius. Gallus beat him almost to death and told Julian there was no reason. Gallus expected to become Caesar but would have to wait some...