The chief priestess of the worship of Diana in Juliobona has a saying about how to see the world. The saying has two parts. The first part changes every time she sees you, but the second part always remains the same.
If you want to see the world, travel to Rome, and the world will come to you.
The chief priestess of the worship of Diana in Rome had sent out messengers to all the temples of Diana in the northern part of the Empire. Theoretically, no temple of the goddess can claim authority over any other temple. Under the Emperor Trajan, this sort of maneuvering wouldn't have been tolerated.
But there's a new emperor, and so everyone is pushing their limits. The chief priestess of Diana in Rome has summoned representatives from temples in Northern Europe under the justification of weeding out druidic practices that have creeped into the worship of Diana.
Well, that was her justification. The chief priestess died before you and others got to Rome, and the temple leadership is currently in turmoil. Which means you're in Rome with no responsibilities and nothing to do.
So you're standing on the steps of the temple, gazing out at the pedestrian traffic on the promenade, and watching the world come to Rome.
Quite a bit of the world is watching you. You really can't blame them. You're a flaxen haired beauty who stands out among the populace of this Mediterranean city.
Then there is your attire. Your blouse is sleeveless and your skirt is shorter than your Roman counterparts. But you serve in a shrine to the west of Juliobona, and not in the city itself. Your duties center more around hunting for the main temple than they do in worship. So you wear clothes that allow for a more active lifestyle.
One of the watchers gives you a lascivious stare. You return the look with a glare as you place your hand on the hilt of the short sword on your belt. The other person turns their head and quickly hurries away.
You can't help but smirk at their reaction. 'Country priestesses' from the north have a reputation of being able to handle a sword and bow, as well as being able to use druidic spells.
A reputation that, at least in your case, is well deserved. The chief priestess of Rome had been right in her concerns.
You spend a half hour watching the world go by before you decide to
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