Anna Patrick

Eager to return to Rome after eight years of war, Caesar ends his campaign with a resounding triumph in Gaul. Back in Rome, Caesar's old friend Pompey is counselled by the Senate, who worry about Caesar's growing popularity. Meanwhile, two soldiers are enlisted to find the army's stolen gold standard.

With Caesar advancing on Rome, Pompey orders a retreat and forces his citizens to pick sides. Meanwhile, Timon is forced to do Atia's dirty work and Vorenus cannot understand why no one is resisting while on a scouting mission.

As the conflict between Pompey and Caesar finally erupts into battle, Caesar finds himself badly outnumbered. With Caesar's position looking precarious, Atia concocts a cunning scheme to safeguard her family's position.