1 00:00:55,916 --> 00:01:02,632 THE FIGHT FOR ROME PART II 2 00:02:29,332 --> 00:02:32,559 The victorious Goths of King Theodoric they had followed the Roman legions 3 00:02:32,898 --> 00:02:35,076 to the gates of Rome. 4 00:02:36,182 --> 00:02:39,609 - Finally Rome! - The future capital of the Goths, sire. 5 00:02:39,941 --> 00:02:42,156 No, Hildebrand. It will only be a garrison. 6 00:02:42,540 --> 00:02:45,728 Theodoric made the fortress a seat of the kingdom of the Goths in Ravenna. 7 00:02:46,689 --> 00:02:48,813 For 32 years peace reign. 8 00:02:49,217 --> 00:02:52,177 But with his death the feud for the throne began. 9 00:02:52,820 --> 00:02:57,934 The Goth people to stand closely united, let my kingdom remain undivided, 10 00:02:58,261 --> 00:03:00,774 and as heir to the throne... 11 00:03:05,986 --> 00:03:08,572 ...I call them... 12 00:03:08,902 --> 00:03:11,663 Her Majesty the Queen! 13 00:03:16,452 --> 00:03:20,109 Amalasunta and Matasunta, daughters of Theodoric, 14 00:03:20,411 --> 00:03:22,037 were bragging about the crown. 15 00:03:22,444 --> 00:03:26,426 Amalasunta strikes and became the queen of the Goths. 16 00:03:32,521 --> 00:03:34,621 But how long her sister was around, 17 00:03:34,986 --> 00:03:37,008 She didn't feel in control on her crown. 18 00:03:38,082 --> 00:03:41,808 The queen exorcises Matasunta on the island of Bolsena. 19 00:03:43,267 --> 00:03:48,328 Aspa, I will pay for all this my sister, I swear! 20 00:03:48,629 --> 00:03:50,677 Rome did not watch the events impassive. 21 00:03:51,247 --> 00:03:54,575 Although defeated by force of arms, Cethegus, envoy of Rome, 22 00:03:54,876 --> 00:03:56,966 fight with cunning in the realm of diplomacy. 23 00:03:57,436 --> 00:03:59,432 The queen named him prefect of Rome. 24 00:03:59,727 --> 00:04:01,886 The queen is the one whose he deserves this rank. 25 00:04:02,124 --> 00:04:03,936 Without first asking for advice from the Crown Council? 26 00:04:04,296 --> 00:04:06,157 When I need advice, I will ask him. 27 00:04:06,576 --> 00:04:08,714 You have my approval to re-establish the Praetorian Guard. 28 00:04:09,024 --> 00:04:11,249 Your Majesty, that would mean an army under the command of the Romanians! 29 00:04:11,602 --> 00:04:13,767 I understand your doubt and respect it. 30 00:04:14,473 --> 00:04:18,236 Allow me to send to Rome someone to watch my steps? 31 00:04:19,564 --> 00:04:22,603 Comite de Dacia, do you take over the duty? 32 00:04:24,664 --> 00:04:27,217 I serve my queen wherever she sends me. 33 00:04:27,529 --> 00:04:29,876 On the battlefield, or on the streets of Rome. 34 00:04:30,196 --> 00:04:33,446 But Cethegus played at two ends, including in Byzantium. 35 00:04:33,863 --> 00:04:38,250 Together with Empress Theodora wove intrigues against the Goths. 36 00:04:38,978 --> 00:04:43,327 It is a question of equal importance for Rome and Byzantium. 37 00:04:44,122 --> 00:04:46,590 I'm afraid they've become goths a serious problem. 38 00:04:47,207 --> 00:04:49,264 Allow me to propose an alliance. 39 00:04:49,534 --> 00:04:52,514 Of course. Rome would reap the benefits, and Byzantium would bear the whole burden. 40 00:04:52,815 --> 00:04:57,296 Cethegus makes a secret deal and with the Byzantine general Narses. 41 00:04:57,777 --> 00:05:01,052 Rome was no longer alone in the fight against the Goths. 42 00:05:01,387 --> 00:05:05,248 The Battle for Rome it will be given only between the two of us. 43 00:05:05,577 --> 00:05:08,530 My plan would only speed things up. 44 00:05:08,961 --> 00:05:11,483 To be clear, the emperor is the one what would they decide on your proposal. 45 00:05:11,796 --> 00:05:13,924 I am completely of the same opinion. 46 00:05:14,529 --> 00:05:16,797 You are the emperor of Byzantium, general. 47 00:05:17,198 --> 00:05:19,879 At the court of the queen of the Goths no one suspected anything. 48 00:05:20,802 --> 00:05:24,020 Queen's proxy mission in Rome it was entrusted to Totila. 49 00:05:24,379 --> 00:05:29,066 From the first day Totila knew her accidentally on the daughter of Cethegus, 50 00:05:29,346 --> 00:05:31,597 the fiercest enemy of the Goths. 51 00:05:31,969 --> 00:05:33,687 Don't be afraid! 52 00:05:44,236 --> 00:05:46,387 lulia! 53 00:05:48,249 --> 00:05:50,444 Allow me to introduce you to Totila, the committees of Dacia. 54 00:05:50,745 --> 00:05:52,613 He is our queen's emissary. 55 00:05:53,261 --> 00:05:57,124 I thought there was no such thing as beauty more charming than that of Rome. 56 00:05:57,625 --> 00:05:58,973 I see I was wrong. 57 00:05:59,274 --> 00:06:01,598 The kingdom of the Goths, however, was boiling. 58 00:06:01,967 --> 00:06:03,981 Dissatisfaction with the queen was gaining momentum. 59 00:06:04,284 --> 00:06:06,698 The Council of the Crown decided to caress her. 60 00:06:06,943 --> 00:06:08,880 I crowned someone who shouldn't be queen. 61 00:06:09,383 --> 00:06:12,409 He does everything to please Cethegus, and he follows his dream. 62 00:06:12,761 --> 00:06:15,253 The dream of a strong Rome, who will rule over our kingdom. 63 00:06:15,499 --> 00:06:17,556 - Your words mean treason! - No! 64 00:06:17,737 --> 00:06:19,232 I am the only salvation. 65 00:06:19,598 --> 00:06:20,993 Matasunta will be queen. 66 00:06:21,225 --> 00:06:24,059 But Cethegus took it before them again to the Goths. 67 00:06:24,880 --> 00:06:30,371 Gain Matasunta's trust and gave the queen on his hand. 68 00:06:30,624 --> 00:06:34,329 Matasunta prepared her sister a death in agony. 69 00:06:43,827 --> 00:06:46,128 Help me! Open the door! 70 00:06:46,129 --> 00:06:48,667 You can shout as much as you want. No one will help you. 71 00:06:48,928 --> 00:06:51,219 Cethegus is already on his way to Rome. 72 00:06:55,483 --> 00:06:59,782 However, the committees found out about the murder and appointed Vitiges as king. 73 00:07:00,035 --> 00:07:03,596 Matasunta loved Vitiges, but he rejected it. 74 00:07:04,214 --> 00:07:06,663 So that her love turned into hate. 75 00:07:09,619 --> 00:07:13,151 Byzantium sent an army to Rome, as support in the fight with the Goths. 76 00:07:13,709 --> 00:07:15,895 That's exactly what Cethegus was waiting for. 77 00:07:16,559 --> 00:07:19,121 He also betrays his Byzantine allies. 78 00:07:19,480 --> 00:07:24,168 Order the praetorians to destroy in one blow the Goth garrison. 79 00:07:24,560 --> 00:07:27,712 lar when the Byzantine armies they had reached the gates of Rome, 80 00:07:28,020 --> 00:07:30,119 Cethegus did not let them enter the city. 81 00:07:30,464 --> 00:07:31,951 Welcome to the gates of Rome! 82 00:07:32,330 --> 00:07:34,231 I salute you my emperor. 83 00:07:34,703 --> 00:07:36,811 And I came to free you from the Goths. 84 00:07:37,005 --> 00:07:40,581 I am deeply grateful, but Rome is already free. 85 00:07:40,909 --> 00:07:43,206 The Goth garrison is already there disarmed and abolished. 86 00:07:43,502 --> 00:07:46,892 - This is treason, Cethegus! - Provision is the right word. 87 00:07:47,186 --> 00:07:49,002 Then I will fight alone against the Goths. 88 00:07:49,254 --> 00:07:51,736 And I will defeat them, while you you will stay in the city. 89 00:07:52,301 --> 00:07:56,119 The Byzantine armies fought the Goths without the help of the Romans. 90 00:07:56,444 --> 00:07:59,205 And they were destroyed by the army of Vitiges. 91 00:08:00,215 --> 00:08:02,330 Break through the circle of fire! After me! 92 00:08:10,711 --> 00:08:13,907 The remains of the Byzantine army they took refuge in the city, 93 00:08:14,152 --> 00:08:15,982 followed closely of the victorious Goths. 94 00:08:16,830 --> 00:08:20,768 Cethegus received into the city just a confused fog. 95 00:08:20,977 --> 00:08:22,582 - Bring the water! - Pick it up! 96 00:08:29,305 --> 00:08:32,398 Welcome to the walls of Rome! You are safe here. 97 00:08:33,821 --> 00:08:36,220 Now we close our accounts! 98 00:08:42,093 --> 00:08:45,330 Soldiers of Byzantium! Redouble your efforts! 99 00:08:46,600 --> 00:08:48,060 follow me 100 00:08:49,286 --> 00:08:51,422 and I will avenge the injustice what was done to you 101 00:08:52,794 --> 00:08:57,442 Put yourself in my service and we will drive away the enemies at the gates of Rome. 102 00:09:10,130 --> 00:09:13,636 - Do you want to follow me? - We follow you, Cethegus! 103 00:09:14,099 --> 00:09:18,032 Now we are at the hour of balance. The battle for Rome is coming. 104 00:09:38,221 --> 00:09:42,287 THE FIGHT FOR ROME Part II 105 00:09:42,688 --> 00:09:50,050 THE BETRAYAL 106 00:09:59,365 --> 00:10:01,354 Your Majesty, did you call for me? 107 00:10:01,554 --> 00:10:04,167 I wanted to know in what condition how are you, general? 108 00:10:04,653 --> 00:10:07,856 You are merciful, Your Majesty. The rheumatism in my saddles... 109 00:10:08,193 --> 00:10:11,266 I wanted to know about my army. The one from Italy. 110 00:10:12,695 --> 00:10:15,982 He is currently under the command of Cethegus, a novel. 111 00:10:16,469 --> 00:10:18,622 It was used by soldiers, to defeat Belisarius. 112 00:10:18,819 --> 00:10:21,093 Which was not our intention, majesty king 113 00:10:21,373 --> 00:10:24,188 But now Cethegus maintains the host from his pocket. 114 00:10:24,383 --> 00:10:26,247 Why would we pay if you still don't have to? 115 00:10:26,489 --> 00:10:29,688 I like to think about money, but I don't like to lose a battle. 116 00:10:29,982 --> 00:10:33,212 If they attack the Goths again, and they will soon 117 00:10:33,492 --> 00:10:37,005 then you, as Byzantine, you will take command of the army. 118 00:10:37,903 --> 00:10:43,459 Glory be to the emperor, the defeat of Belisarius it must be turned to our advantage. 119 00:10:43,701 --> 00:10:47,399 Although I agree that such a defeat it shouldn't have happened. 120 00:10:48,118 --> 00:10:50,068 If I am not mistaken, the empress was the one who urged you 121 00:10:50,324 --> 00:10:53,996 to entrust to General Belisarius command of this campaign. 122 00:10:54,639 --> 00:10:56,013 Narses! 123 00:10:57,262 --> 00:11:00,990 What's going on in your head the small and cunning one? 124 00:11:01,329 --> 00:11:04,705 Glorious king, I know well the danger I care about what was said. 125 00:11:04,906 --> 00:11:07,583 - And I don't expect gratitude. - But what are you waiting for, then? 126 00:11:08,591 --> 00:11:10,178 There are two possible things: 127 00:11:10,335 --> 00:11:13,790 Either the empress could not to pull Cethegus on a string, 128 00:11:14,109 --> 00:11:16,628 or he didn't even want to do it. 129 00:11:16,905 --> 00:11:19,901 Be that as it may, the danger is just as great. 130 00:11:20,435 --> 00:11:24,507 Allow me to investigate if the empress what delivered your army into the hand of Cethegus 131 00:11:24,708 --> 00:11:27,563 she is ready to take his order back. 132 00:11:28,253 --> 00:11:31,190 Your courage is great, Narses. 133 00:11:35,484 --> 00:11:37,557 Vitiges must take once Rome by storm. 134 00:11:37,985 --> 00:11:40,164 Our soldiers are losing patience. 135 00:11:41,482 --> 00:11:44,278 Have you lost your mind, Teia? Shall we give up, with these walls? 136 00:11:44,504 --> 00:11:46,421 Maybe there is another way. 137 00:11:46,763 --> 00:11:48,379 Rome has sewerage. 138 00:11:48,545 --> 00:11:50,817 - Do you know where the gutters are? - Probably the same as in other cities. 139 00:11:51,557 --> 00:11:53,521 And you don't have a diagram of the canals? 140 00:11:53,667 --> 00:11:58,136 You stayed in Rome for six months and you only looked into the eyes of your lover. 141 00:11:58,584 --> 00:12:00,152 Give me peace with lulia. 142 00:12:00,368 --> 00:12:02,772 - I try to forget it. - And you can? 143 00:12:02,932 --> 00:12:03,980 Not. 144 00:12:04,727 --> 00:12:07,246 Then conquer Rome and take it as a pledge. 145 00:12:07,749 --> 00:12:09,513 That way I don't want to get it. 146 00:12:09,705 --> 00:12:12,593 I'm going to rape her father let's make peace 147 00:12:14,766 --> 00:12:17,803 - Give us food! - We are hungry! 148 00:12:24,161 --> 00:12:25,599 Citizens of Rome! 149 00:12:26,529 --> 00:12:29,986 - Please be patient! - I had enough patience! 150 00:12:30,179 --> 00:12:32,603 I am also a citizen of Rome. 151 00:12:34,031 --> 00:12:37,093 Father, let me blend into the crowd! 152 00:12:39,894 --> 00:12:42,016 I'm not asking for your love. 153 00:12:42,513 --> 00:12:45,245 But only trust and faith. 154 00:12:45,428 --> 00:12:47,339 Not in me, but in Rome. 155 00:12:48,429 --> 00:12:50,389 I faithfully serve Rome. 156 00:12:50,926 --> 00:12:52,329 Don't spoil it! 157 00:12:56,880 --> 00:12:59,903 Give us food! 158 00:13:00,764 --> 00:13:02,936 I don't serve some chicks! 159 00:13:03,664 --> 00:13:05,753 Shall this be the fate of Rome? 160 00:13:05,912 --> 00:13:08,755 Let it crash, because you are you crying?! 161 00:13:08,956 --> 00:13:11,664 Either. Then open the city gates. 162 00:13:12,290 --> 00:13:14,647 Go away! Crawl to your enemies! 163 00:13:14,969 --> 00:13:17,404 It will fill your mouths! 164 00:13:17,678 --> 00:13:20,734 And they will let you crack in the pens, like a herd of slaves! 165 00:13:20,985 --> 00:13:23,764 And they will despise you, as I also despise you. 166 00:13:24,278 --> 00:13:29,285 Go away! Open the gates! Rome no longer needs you! 167 00:13:30,934 --> 00:13:32,656 I don't like the extension of the siege either. 168 00:13:32,934 --> 00:13:35,453 - Then, let's attack! - Cethegus is still strong. 169 00:13:35,653 --> 00:13:37,246 the Romanians trust him. 170 00:13:38,523 --> 00:13:39,939 They will last for a long time. 171 00:13:40,140 --> 00:13:42,425 Why don't we send a soil of peace with honorable teaching conditions? 172 00:13:42,626 --> 00:13:45,321 Cethegus is proud indeed, but also rational. 173 00:13:45,540 --> 00:13:47,594 - Send me! - No! 174 00:13:48,173 --> 00:13:50,895 I am against it. Rome is a place too dangerous for you, Totila. 175 00:13:51,162 --> 00:13:54,663 Not just for him. The charm of the novel he is more destructive than his sword. 176 00:13:54,964 --> 00:13:56,485 We have only one way: attack. 177 00:13:56,835 --> 00:13:58,010 That's what I say too, Your Highness. 178 00:13:58,011 --> 00:14:00,512 If we fail to conquer Rome now, we will soon have another war. 179 00:14:01,467 --> 00:14:05,705 Either we make them a peace offer, or we attack them. 180 00:14:06,517 --> 00:14:08,339 Let's vote! 181 00:14:08,643 --> 00:14:10,284 I'm for the assault. 182 00:14:10,890 --> 00:14:13,180 - Me too. - Let's attack them! 183 00:14:13,653 --> 00:14:16,002 - Totila? - I'm also for the attack. 184 00:14:17,117 --> 00:14:20,870 - You seem a bit hesitant, Totila. - That's right. I love... Rome. 185 00:14:21,751 --> 00:14:23,282 But I will fight with you. 186 00:14:25,119 --> 00:14:26,484 Then the decision is made. 187 00:14:27,040 --> 00:14:30,469 At the third sunrise from now on we will attack Rome. 188 00:14:31,595 --> 00:14:33,813 Here at the north gate. 189 00:14:34,175 --> 00:14:36,224 lar as a diversion, we also attack the southern gate. 190 00:14:39,797 --> 00:14:42,811 Aspa, this is where you spend your free time. 191 00:14:43,112 --> 00:14:44,712 Do you miss Rome? 192 00:14:45,012 --> 00:14:47,074 My mother lives in the city. 193 00:14:47,375 --> 00:14:49,678 I haven't seen her since childhood. 194 00:14:51,067 --> 00:14:55,676 You'd like to see her, but you can't because the city gates are fenced. 195 00:14:55,977 --> 00:14:58,634 That wouldn't be so hard, there are also secret ways. 196 00:14:58,920 --> 00:15:00,230 But they are guarded. 197 00:15:00,231 --> 00:15:01,942 The entrance I know is unguarded. 198 00:15:02,243 --> 00:15:05,827 Where the road turns is a stone quarry. There is the entrance to an underground tunnel. 199 00:15:07,311 --> 00:15:08,847 Where does the tunnel end? 200 00:15:09,018 --> 00:15:11,526 Under my mother's house close to the cellar. 201 00:15:13,242 --> 00:15:15,387 Come on! 202 00:15:15,704 --> 00:15:17,527 I think you should go. 203 00:15:17,828 --> 00:15:19,289 Do you allow me to go, Your Highness? 204 00:15:19,553 --> 00:15:22,488 You think your mother can take you to the prefect of Cethegus? 205 00:15:23,694 --> 00:15:26,448 There is no rich Roman house in which my mother will not be known. 206 00:15:26,873 --> 00:15:30,513 That's why the secret tunnel exists, like men of the vase to be able to visit it unhindered. 207 00:15:31,620 --> 00:15:33,383 Listen to me! 208 00:15:35,184 --> 00:15:39,533 Cethegus will recognize this ring and he will know who sent him. 209 00:15:39,996 --> 00:15:42,810 - Where did you get this ring? - From the queen of the Goths. 210 00:15:43,210 --> 00:15:45,339 I have news for you, prefect. 211 00:15:45,751 --> 00:15:46,760 What kind of news? 212 00:15:47,061 --> 00:15:51,810 King Vitiges decided to attack Rome in three days, at the north gate. 213 00:15:53,313 --> 00:15:57,284 They also want to attack from the south, but it's just a diversion. 214 00:16:01,551 --> 00:16:04,444 Why would he betray his queen to the Goths own people and the king consort? 215 00:16:04,985 --> 00:16:08,661 - Matasunta hates Vitiges. - Why? 216 00:16:09,934 --> 00:16:12,360 The king only shares his crown with her. 217 00:16:12,743 --> 00:16:15,031 - He shares his bed with another woman. - What woman? 218 00:16:15,780 --> 00:16:18,453 A peasant's daughter to whom he was already married. 219 00:16:24,605 --> 00:16:26,900 Return to your queen and give her the ring back with my thanks. 220 00:16:27,201 --> 00:16:29,545 And tell him that he can be counted on on my faith. 221 00:16:30,037 --> 00:16:31,531 Syphax! 222 00:16:33,027 --> 00:16:35,374 Make sure Pluvio carries her safe at home. 223 00:16:35,697 --> 00:16:39,739 I know the way myself. I grew up in Rome. 224 00:16:42,907 --> 00:16:46,948 Syphax! Let the guards come. 225 00:16:47,567 --> 00:16:50,480 Come with me, I have something to talk about something with you 226 00:17:24,656 --> 00:17:29,250 The Romans strengthen the northern gate, Măria Ta. They bring huge logs and cauldrons of pitch. 227 00:17:29,609 --> 00:17:33,105 lar at the southern gate they gathered archer sticks. 228 00:17:34,481 --> 00:17:38,354 - This smells like betrayal. - Hard words, Teia! 229 00:17:39,494 --> 00:17:41,649 The traitor can only be one of us. 230 00:17:41,950 --> 00:17:44,479 Because only we know where the attack will take place. 231 00:17:44,838 --> 00:17:47,901 None of us betrayed! How would the prefect have found out? 232 00:17:48,528 --> 00:17:51,797 I planned the attack in secret. he couldn't read our thoughts. 233 00:17:52,098 --> 00:17:54,403 If you have any suspicions, say so! 234 00:17:54,698 --> 00:17:57,610 I'm going to research them first on the guards in the outposts. 235 00:17:58,157 --> 00:18:01,029 And I will do everything to find the traitor! 236 00:18:43,517 --> 00:18:46,191 How dare you come here? Are you sure no one saw you? 237 00:18:46,375 --> 00:18:49,980 No, but I really wanted to talk to you. I want to know where to find you after the assault. 238 00:18:50,386 --> 00:18:52,967 In your tent, Totila. I will wait for you there. 239 00:18:53,268 --> 00:18:55,013 What are you saying, Lulia? In my tent? 240 00:18:55,383 --> 00:18:57,415 I'm coming with you right now. 241 00:18:58,808 --> 00:19:01,975 I love my father, but now my place is with you 242 00:19:02,223 --> 00:19:04,606 - But it's not possible, lulia! - Why not? 243 00:19:04,878 --> 00:19:08,354 Matasunta would hold you hostage. I will get you out of Rome, but later. 244 00:19:08,580 --> 00:19:11,061 Why does war always tear us apart? 245 00:19:11,834 --> 00:19:13,652 This is our fate. 246 00:19:14,556 --> 00:19:18,863 Commit, run, save yourself! I was followed without knowing it! 247 00:19:32,235 --> 00:19:35,839 You must understand that I cannot leave you to leave, even though we are friends. 248 00:19:36,376 --> 00:19:38,669 You are a far too precious trophy. 249 00:19:38,853 --> 00:19:41,504 Tomorrow I will show you to the people. 250 00:19:42,273 --> 00:19:43,747 This time as my prisoner. 251 00:19:43,948 --> 00:19:48,143 The will of Rome is my command, and it will bring you death. 252 00:19:49,084 --> 00:19:51,679 Take it! 253 00:19:51,869 --> 00:19:53,447 Release him! 254 00:19:53,648 --> 00:19:56,648 Dad, if you don't let him go, I'm going to kill myself! 255 00:19:57,301 --> 00:19:59,239 Release him! 256 00:20:02,229 --> 00:20:06,182 Our next meeting it will be the last for you. 257 00:20:06,383 --> 00:20:07,782 Believe what I tell you! 258 00:20:13,048 --> 00:20:15,793 We will meet again soon. I promise you. 259 00:20:31,088 --> 00:20:34,122 - Hey, handsome! - Go ahead! 260 00:21:12,610 --> 00:21:16,183 Last night Aspa crossed the Tiber. There was a man in her boat. 261 00:21:17,400 --> 00:21:19,392 Aspa is a beautiful girl. 262 00:21:19,613 --> 00:21:22,637 That's right. It must have been some drunkard of hers. 263 00:21:23,537 --> 00:21:27,097 - So tomorrow at dawn we attack! - It was time. 264 00:21:28,629 --> 00:21:30,157 Aligern! 265 00:21:32,021 --> 00:21:35,251 I am going to entrust you with a special mission. Come with me! 266 00:21:43,625 --> 00:21:47,676 We are in the middle of Rome. We kill them silently and take their clothes. 267 00:21:47,948 --> 00:21:49,087 Come on! 268 00:22:23,664 --> 00:22:24,278 Give them here! 269 00:22:46,001 --> 00:22:46,548 Come! 270 00:22:50,706 --> 00:22:51,974 Come on! 271 00:23:14,284 --> 00:23:16,968 They also head towards the walls from the west, prefects. 272 00:23:17,652 --> 00:23:19,902 Then strengthen the defense there too! 273 00:23:33,267 --> 00:23:36,678 The attack from the south is only an appearance. The main assault will be here. 274 00:23:36,972 --> 00:23:40,140 But we have too many weak spots, if we only guard the north gate. 275 00:23:40,317 --> 00:23:43,774 - The weak points are defended by the Byzantines. - But they are not trustworthy. 276 00:23:44,126 --> 00:23:47,517 Don't be afraid, I hate goths almost as much as us. 277 00:23:54,212 --> 00:23:57,034 We will welcome them "with enthusiasm". 278 00:23:57,718 --> 00:23:59,799 What will be more surprising! 279 00:24:03,835 --> 00:24:07,115 Careful! Light the fuses! 280 00:24:21,228 --> 00:24:24,928 Soldiers! Before! 281 00:24:32,599 --> 00:24:35,339 This way! 282 00:24:41,250 --> 00:24:42,558 Fire! 283 00:25:04,750 --> 00:25:06,860 Fire! 284 00:26:14,494 --> 00:26:18,038 Centurion, where are you taking your men? Not over there! Are you deaf?! 285 00:26:51,196 --> 00:26:52,562 There are traitors in town, prefect! 286 00:26:52,763 --> 00:26:57,243 They tried to open the east gate. But I prevented them and killed them. 287 00:26:59,231 --> 00:27:00,622 Open the gate immediately! 288 00:27:00,830 --> 00:27:03,881 - Prefect, but... - Didn't you hear the order?! 289 00:27:06,862 --> 00:27:09,674 They will think that their people they opened the gate for them. 290 00:27:11,466 --> 00:27:13,496 Great will be the amazement! 291 00:27:29,631 --> 00:27:31,607 Open the gate! 292 00:27:32,168 --> 00:27:35,169 I open the gate! Aligern succeeded! 293 00:27:57,416 --> 00:27:59,954 - Forward, soldiers! After me! - We were betrayed! 294 00:28:45,806 --> 00:28:50,559 - Stay still! This way! After me! - Hurry up, soldiers! 295 00:29:14,455 --> 00:29:16,957 Hold on, dog! 296 00:29:30,546 --> 00:29:34,866 Soldiers, back! Back! 297 00:29:55,531 --> 00:29:58,563 Open the gate! The king is hurt! 298 00:30:32,963 --> 00:30:35,502 We arrive at the camp immediately. 299 00:31:25,914 --> 00:31:28,255 What are you doing here? 300 00:31:31,061 --> 00:31:33,079 who are you 301 00:31:35,778 --> 00:31:37,888 Who allowed you to take care of the king? 302 00:31:38,376 --> 00:31:41,622 I don't care for the king, but Vitiges, my husband. 303 00:31:41,984 --> 00:31:43,581 So you are the one who stole them from me. 304 00:31:43,815 --> 00:31:46,731 He humiliated me because of you. On me, the queen! 305 00:31:46,932 --> 00:31:49,106 Out, or I'll have you flogged! 306 00:31:49,439 --> 00:31:54,752 No goth would touch a wire of his legitimate wife's hair. 307 00:31:54,911 --> 00:31:58,676 And I beg you, speak more slowly! The king is seriously injured. 308 00:31:58,877 --> 00:32:00,990 Losing the battle is a terrible thing for all of us. 309 00:32:01,291 --> 00:32:03,808 Not for me either. I'm glad! 310 00:32:04,474 --> 00:32:07,305 Can you hear me, Vitiges? Your defeat is my victory. 311 00:32:07,506 --> 00:32:09,787 I defeated you, not Cethegus! 312 00:32:10,305 --> 00:32:12,775 Cethegus was just my tool. 313 00:32:13,686 --> 00:32:17,564 Now you're just a homeless man. A king without a crown. 314 00:32:17,688 --> 00:32:20,492 I will chase you away like a rabid dog from my kingdom! 315 00:32:20,793 --> 00:32:23,147 - My revenge will humiliate you... - Shut up! 316 00:32:23,524 --> 00:32:26,782 It's over. The king died. 317 00:32:43,478 --> 00:32:44,952 You won. 318 00:32:46,259 --> 00:32:52,705 Not yet, queen, while you're here in life you, the one who led them to destruction. 319 00:32:53,006 --> 00:32:55,767 You are afraid of me and you have reason. 320 00:32:56,068 --> 00:32:59,050 For I will take cruel revenge the death of my husband. 321 00:32:59,575 --> 00:33:03,695 What a stupid peasant you are! Do you think I won't hack you? 322 00:33:03,930 --> 00:33:07,739 I gave Vitiges a race, but I kill you with my hands. 323 00:33:13,446 --> 00:33:19,975 He was a simple man, what he didn't want than a home and a family next door. 324 00:33:20,465 --> 00:33:22,123 He was a great king. 325 00:33:22,463 --> 00:33:24,831 Don't let the Romans take his body. 326 00:33:25,249 --> 00:33:28,010 I won't do it. We are leaving this very night. 327 00:33:28,343 --> 00:33:29,657 I want to take him with me. 328 00:33:29,958 --> 00:33:33,199 He orders him to be put on a stretcher and harness two horses to the chariot. 329 00:33:33,856 --> 00:33:37,569 - As you wish, Your Highness. - I'm going to take him home. 330 00:33:41,272 --> 00:33:43,650 You are more skilled in love except in the conduct of wars. 331 00:33:43,951 --> 00:33:48,859 He became a little too independent your friend, Cethegus. 332 00:33:49,357 --> 00:33:51,167 What happened to Belizarie? 333 00:33:51,572 --> 00:33:53,799 You knew from the beginning what kind of wife do you get? 334 00:33:54,143 --> 00:33:56,158 You even liked my way of being. 335 00:33:56,217 --> 00:33:59,391 Yes. Exactly. 336 00:34:00,165 --> 00:34:03,886 I was talking about your power to judge men, not by your leaning towards them. 337 00:34:04,372 --> 00:34:06,134 Let Narses come! 338 00:34:07,513 --> 00:34:09,710 He would have been the right man for the military campaign, but come on... 339 00:34:11,083 --> 00:34:13,734 You had to do as he cut off your head and now we are reaping the rewards. 340 00:34:14,454 --> 00:34:16,612 Rome is strong again. Narses! 341 00:34:17,411 --> 00:34:20,404 You take command of the armies of Italy. 342 00:34:20,681 --> 00:34:24,301 Emperor Augustus, I fear that the times they are not yet ripe. 343 00:34:28,900 --> 00:34:34,259 You have our permission, General. to withdraw. 344 00:34:34,653 --> 00:34:37,640 I thank the emperor for his gracious permission. 345 00:35:00,733 --> 00:35:03,370 - Cethegus, prefect of Rome? - I am. 346 00:35:03,671 --> 00:35:05,682 I am General Herubindus. 347 00:35:05,824 --> 00:35:08,557 Her Majesty the Empress Teodora you want to see it. 348 00:35:08,829 --> 00:35:11,571 - He wants to talk to you without delay. - You will tell him to forgive me. 349 00:35:11,905 --> 00:35:14,905 The situation here does not allow me to leave on a long journey to Byzantium. 350 00:35:15,475 --> 00:35:17,789 Empress Augusta lies at her summer residence, 351 00:35:18,090 --> 00:35:20,998 on the island of Helioterra, in the Adriatic, not far from Rome. 352 00:35:21,246 --> 00:35:26,381 A favorable wind and a fast ship he would take you there immediately. 353 00:35:28,394 --> 00:35:30,321 Yes, fair winds... 354 00:35:31,376 --> 00:35:32,764 ...I should. 355 00:35:33,930 --> 00:35:35,709 Thank you, General. 356 00:35:41,058 --> 00:35:45,642 Your Highness, he didn't even get to the island well and she called Cethegus to her. 357 00:35:47,122 --> 00:35:49,223 The bishop plays dangerously. 358 00:35:49,865 --> 00:35:53,411 He has little left and becomes a heretic, that's what you call it. 359 00:35:53,612 --> 00:35:55,789 Emperor Augustus! 360 00:35:56,715 --> 00:35:59,602 The empress receives him alone on this deserted island. 361 00:35:59,903 --> 00:36:01,709 No one will hear what I'm talking about. 362 00:36:01,910 --> 00:36:03,363 If still no one hears, 363 00:36:03,564 --> 00:36:06,144 why are you so upset in the name of god? 364 00:36:06,479 --> 00:36:07,678 But, Your Majesty... 365 00:36:07,879 --> 00:36:12,675 Who does my wife choose to hang out with? the weather is her business, not mine or yours. 366 00:36:14,844 --> 00:36:19,040 It's not about friendly banter, but of a conspiracy against the state. 367 00:36:19,341 --> 00:36:21,070 Rome and Byzantium are linked by Pietenia. 368 00:36:21,271 --> 00:36:22,825 Cethegus is not our friend. 369 00:36:23,126 --> 00:36:24,531 He wants to make Rome again a great power. 370 00:36:24,832 --> 00:36:26,761 Rome is in danger. 371 00:36:27,487 --> 00:36:29,604 the Goths are still his enemies. 372 00:36:31,254 --> 00:36:34,000 He wouldn't dare do anything against Byzantium. 373 00:36:35,293 --> 00:36:36,972 Not yet. 374 00:36:37,770 --> 00:36:39,150 I feel in danger, Cethegus. 375 00:36:39,451 --> 00:36:41,239 A state you are used to. 376 00:36:41,697 --> 00:36:44,604 I fought hard and long to become what I am now. 377 00:36:44,979 --> 00:36:46,444 And you got away with it every time. 378 00:36:46,645 --> 00:36:49,056 Well said. So far I have escaped. 379 00:36:50,050 --> 00:36:52,203 And this because I knew how to behave with men. 380 00:36:52,507 --> 00:36:55,694 With the stupid, smart, weak, strong - with all! 381 00:36:55,972 --> 00:36:58,640 And every time they were afraid more from me than I from them. 382 00:36:58,869 --> 00:37:01,916 lar now?! 383 00:37:03,079 --> 00:37:05,533 Now I feel threatened by a dwarf. 384 00:37:12,277 --> 00:37:14,757 Narses is now the one sitting behind the emperor. 385 00:37:16,030 --> 00:37:17,937 But the arrogance of this serf it goes much further. 386 00:37:18,258 --> 00:37:21,642 He would not shy away from grabbing full power. 387 00:37:22,785 --> 00:37:24,872 And what should I do? 388 00:37:25,116 --> 00:37:27,011 Kill Narses! 389 00:37:28,624 --> 00:37:31,556 - At the right time. - Now!... 390 00:37:32,087 --> 00:37:34,466 ...you will fulfill my wish. 391 00:37:36,004 --> 00:37:38,758 I ask for forgiveness. 392 00:37:40,058 --> 00:37:42,111 What has changed you so much, Cethegus? 393 00:37:42,366 --> 00:37:43,885 What changed us all? 394 00:37:44,924 --> 00:37:46,595 I'm still a woman. 395 00:37:46,886 --> 00:37:49,292 Whose charm I will never be able to forget him. 396 00:37:49,950 --> 00:37:51,753 If only that was unforgettable. 397 00:37:55,641 --> 00:37:57,391 Go, Cethegus! 398 00:38:02,232 --> 00:38:04,779 I hope the wind is in your favor and on the way back. 399 00:38:09,736 --> 00:38:11,775 Farewell, Your Highness! 400 00:38:48,908 --> 00:38:52,864 I want you to stand up. Here, right in front of me! 401 00:39:15,579 --> 00:39:17,313 Did you write this letter? 402 00:39:18,189 --> 00:39:21,856 - That's what it looks like. - Then read it out loud! 403 00:39:22,205 --> 00:39:25,080 I ask permission not to give an account in front of all the dignitaries of the court. 404 00:39:25,481 --> 00:39:27,631 - It is my express wish. - Read your letter! 405 00:39:27,866 --> 00:39:30,340 - It's not my letter! - Read it! 406 00:39:34,030 --> 00:39:35,518 The letter is addressed to you. 407 00:39:36,397 --> 00:39:37,827 Avoid flattering words. 408 00:39:38,028 --> 00:39:40,636 He calls you wise-among-beautiful and most fragrant among the wise. 409 00:39:40,988 --> 00:39:42,742 And you don't agree with the description? 410 00:39:43,084 --> 00:39:46,326 Emperor Augustus, I share the appreciation the whole world for the empress. 411 00:39:46,534 --> 00:39:49,701 But that's all, otherwise we don't share anything! 412 00:39:50,021 --> 00:39:52,032 And if this is a ruse, I have no mixture! 413 00:39:52,233 --> 00:39:53,533 A ruse, general? 414 00:39:53,714 --> 00:39:57,828 Empress Augusta, we could rule in Byzantium and all over the world. 415 00:39:58,965 --> 00:40:02,776 Don't share your throne with this builder devout churchgoer and prăvilaş. 416 00:40:03,066 --> 00:40:05,667 Stop wasting your beauty with him. 417 00:40:06,028 --> 00:40:08,471 My insignificant life would acquire a meaning, 418 00:40:08,772 --> 00:40:12,056 if I, Narses, I would give him an easy death. 419 00:40:12,314 --> 00:40:15,566 And here is the seal, your majesty, only half is visible. 420 00:40:15,756 --> 00:40:17,858 And the seal is forged. 421 00:40:21,098 --> 00:40:23,561 And I have the proof. 422 00:40:24,547 --> 00:40:25,547 Proof? 423 00:40:25,748 --> 00:40:28,528 If I'm not mistaken, some Amet lives in this city. 424 00:40:29,123 --> 00:40:32,102 His fame is worth it his lack of scruples. 425 00:40:33,280 --> 00:40:36,784 Do you know this man, Teodora? 426 00:40:43,529 --> 00:40:45,626 Bring on the shaper! 427 00:41:03,836 --> 00:41:05,885 Majesty! 428 00:41:51,293 --> 00:41:54,583 Honorable judges, I don't need it for your support. 429 00:41:55,325 --> 00:41:57,012 Guard! 430 00:42:04,293 --> 00:42:08,740 - How much did you get, Amet? - Five gold coins, your majesty. 431 00:42:09,066 --> 00:42:12,798 What do you say, Narses, for that, five money of gold for a Byzantine general. 432 00:42:13,099 --> 00:42:15,300 I thought I was worth more. 433 00:42:15,538 --> 00:42:17,590 Five gold coins! 434 00:42:18,560 --> 00:42:20,872 It's the right price for a creation. 435 00:42:21,225 --> 00:42:24,745 For the redemption of his own head but it is pitifully little. 436 00:42:29,359 --> 00:42:34,542 Did she... come to you herself? 437 00:42:36,265 --> 00:42:38,250 Did Teodora come to you? 438 00:42:38,587 --> 00:42:42,771 Yes, magnified. She also gave me the money. 439 00:42:43,072 --> 00:42:45,399 - The man is condemned to death. - No! 440 00:42:46,697 --> 00:42:49,115 Straight away! 441 00:43:43,000 --> 00:43:48,063 I did not love God, how much I loved this woman. 442 00:43:48,364 --> 00:43:52,263 Your toil in war is worth more than the simple gratitude of the emperor. 443 00:43:52,565 --> 00:43:54,599 You deserve a well-deserved rest of the soldier. 444 00:43:54,887 --> 00:44:00,044 Therefore, the emperor took over to all the Byzantine armies in Rome. 445 00:44:00,475 --> 00:44:02,466 And he will strengthen the armies that are there. 446 00:44:02,867 --> 00:44:04,652 What to do with even more Byzantine soldiers in Rome? 447 00:44:04,853 --> 00:44:07,015 The letter is signed by General Narses. 448 00:44:07,375 --> 00:44:09,357 No doubt to show me that we are still friends. 449 00:44:09,558 --> 00:44:12,242 Friendship that can have a very high price, prefect. 450 00:44:12,729 --> 00:44:15,734 I beat the Goths by my own strength. The Byzantines come a little too late. 451 00:44:16,014 --> 00:44:18,252 Why don't we chase them back by sea? 452 00:44:20,340 --> 00:44:22,298 I can't afford another war. 453 00:44:23,615 --> 00:44:25,935 I already paid too much for the last one. 454 00:44:26,782 --> 00:44:28,664 The citizens of Rome want peace. 455 00:44:30,210 --> 00:44:33,923 If only we could find another way to raise them against the Byzantines. 456 00:44:34,351 --> 00:44:36,186 What exactly? 457 00:44:41,579 --> 00:44:43,554 Cheers, friends! 458 00:44:44,101 --> 00:44:46,780 Nothing revolts the people more violently than too big beers. 459 00:44:48,017 --> 00:44:49,516 We have the Byzantines collect beer. 460 00:44:49,761 --> 00:44:51,557 To squeeze the people like a lemon. 461 00:44:52,015 --> 00:44:54,223 and Rome will hate them for it. 462 00:44:54,524 --> 00:44:57,833 You take our skin off us too! What will I live on now? 463 00:44:58,034 --> 00:45:00,529 I am here on behalf of the emperor. 464 00:45:00,530 --> 00:45:03,691 Faster, hurry up! 465 00:45:05,644 --> 00:45:06,963 Damn noble! 466 00:45:07,675 --> 00:45:11,086 Take the cow too! Do you move at once? 467 00:45:11,270 --> 00:45:15,826 - We will pay you! - Let him go, poor peasant! 468 00:45:17,745 --> 00:45:22,297 Damn pigs! Under the goths I did better! 469 00:45:23,327 --> 00:45:27,823 Let us be grateful to God that after so many years you found us again, Atalvin. 470 00:45:28,162 --> 00:45:32,995 Many brave men, including your father, they gave their lives in the last battle. 471 00:45:33,240 --> 00:45:35,821 When I learned that Vitiges was my father, I started looking for you. 472 00:45:36,338 --> 00:45:37,976 I want to fight alongside you. 473 00:45:38,247 --> 00:45:39,463 You will be able to do it soon. 474 00:45:40,050 --> 00:45:42,071 We are just on our way to strengthen our forces. 475 00:45:42,272 --> 00:45:44,971 Entrust me with any mission. I won't let you down. 476 00:45:45,392 --> 00:45:47,624 My parents died. My place is with you. 477 00:45:47,983 --> 00:45:49,751 We can't fight an open battle yet. 478 00:45:50,102 --> 00:45:52,671 Totila defends the Romanian peasants by the Byzantine tax collectors. 479 00:45:53,072 --> 00:45:54,972 The Romanians are no longer our enemies. 480 00:45:55,344 --> 00:45:59,272 I often say they were doing well under the rule of King Theodoric. 481 00:45:59,585 --> 00:46:01,866 We just have to wait for the right moment. 482 00:46:07,034 --> 00:46:10,609 I think my Corsican lancers they will soon be welcome. 483 00:46:13,716 --> 00:46:16,131 The question is whether Rome can pay them, Prince Furius. 484 00:46:17,165 --> 00:46:19,184 We no longer have riches. 485 00:46:20,201 --> 00:46:21,933 Rome became a poor city. 486 00:46:22,234 --> 00:46:23,834 Rome does not have to pay. 487 00:46:24,255 --> 00:46:26,234 My riders take care of themselves. 488 00:46:26,972 --> 00:46:29,862 A generous offer. What do you want in return? 489 00:46:30,751 --> 00:46:33,094 You have a charming daughter, Cethegus. 490 00:46:33,435 --> 00:46:34,900 I want her as my wife. 491 00:46:35,105 --> 00:46:37,391 I will never give it to my daughter a man on his neck. 492 00:46:37,635 --> 00:46:39,291 But you would get another one out of his head, if you could 493 00:46:41,540 --> 00:46:43,340 Tell me what you offer. 494 00:46:43,589 --> 00:46:45,838 Three thousand mounted lancers and a fleet. 495 00:46:46,508 --> 00:46:48,158 It's a perfect wedding gift. 496 00:46:48,393 --> 00:46:50,223 Talk to her yourself. 497 00:46:51,303 --> 00:46:53,040 But don't expect too much from her. 498 00:46:53,326 --> 00:46:56,793 - Because he still loves Totila? - It's possible, Furius. 499 00:46:57,615 --> 00:46:59,467 Be patient with us both. 500 00:47:01,246 --> 00:47:03,702 I love my daughter, just like I love Rome. 501 00:47:04,085 --> 00:47:05,232 On her even more. 502 00:47:07,552 --> 00:47:10,847 - But he will not marry Totila. - That gives me hope. 503 00:47:11,988 --> 00:47:13,408 I thank you. 504 00:47:14,569 --> 00:47:18,229 - Now! - Let me go! 505 00:47:34,870 --> 00:47:35,487 Thank you! 506 00:47:35,688 --> 00:47:37,753 If it wasn't for you I was losing my mind. 507 00:47:37,954 --> 00:47:40,239 Keep him quiet. Man has only one head. 508 00:47:40,609 --> 00:47:43,476 But who are you? Some goth, for sure. 509 00:47:44,873 --> 00:47:47,103 We hate the Byzantines just like you. 510 00:47:47,470 --> 00:47:49,204 Don't you want to tell me your name? 511 00:47:49,405 --> 00:47:52,299 - I want to show my gratitude. - No, there's no need. 512 00:47:52,679 --> 00:47:55,935 Maybe another time you'll pay me with the same currency. 513 00:47:57,131 --> 00:47:59,781 - Come on! - Forward! 514 00:48:09,412 --> 00:48:11,548 Prince Furius! 515 00:48:12,970 --> 00:48:14,838 You haven't been to Rome for a long time. 516 00:48:15,033 --> 00:48:17,175 You remember that you had forgotten where we live. 517 00:48:17,485 --> 00:48:19,430 I only come to visit there where I am welcome. 518 00:48:19,615 --> 00:48:21,781 For my father you are always welcome. 519 00:48:22,161 --> 00:48:24,194 I wasn't thinking of your father. 520 00:48:25,986 --> 00:48:27,458 Today I came to you, lulia. 521 00:48:28,218 --> 00:48:29,656 And I'll tell you why. 522 00:48:30,353 --> 00:48:31,702 I was about to be killed... 523 00:48:31,903 --> 00:48:34,233 Have you had a fight with a love rival? 524 00:48:34,615 --> 00:48:37,888 Rival, lulia?! These were Byzantine bandits. 525 00:48:38,189 --> 00:48:41,817 They were about to kill me, but some goths appeared. 526 00:48:42,070 --> 00:48:44,585 Their leader was incomparably brave. 527 00:48:44,846 --> 00:48:46,975 Amazing! who was it 528 00:48:47,281 --> 00:48:49,123 He didn't want to tell me his name. 529 00:48:49,437 --> 00:48:54,121 He was a lanky man, fit in stature and an unprecedented spear thrower. 530 00:48:54,499 --> 00:48:56,862 Then I know who it was! 531 00:48:57,458 --> 00:48:59,637 All I want is for you to be wrong. 532 00:49:01,920 --> 00:49:03,984 But I thought the Goths they went to the center of the country. 533 00:49:04,274 --> 00:49:07,144 Not all of them. Part of them is in the south. 534 00:49:07,681 --> 00:49:09,392 But lulia... 535 00:49:09,979 --> 00:49:12,093 You know very well that the Comite of Dacia is dead. 536 00:49:13,097 --> 00:49:15,170 But I wanted to ask you something. You couldn't imagine... 537 00:49:15,424 --> 00:49:17,443 I can't talk to you anymore. 538 00:49:17,855 --> 00:49:19,474 But I want to know one more thing. 539 00:49:19,817 --> 00:49:22,138 How come you goths are they never caught? 540 00:49:22,469 --> 00:49:24,686 They are hiding in the woods. I am safe there. 541 00:49:24,999 --> 00:49:28,310 Then they get stronger and stronger. Soon they will be a threat to Rome. 542 00:49:29,138 --> 00:49:31,407 I thank you. Thank you! 543 00:49:38,526 --> 00:49:40,955 - Dad! - You seem very happy, my child. 544 00:49:41,218 --> 00:49:43,516 Yes. Prince Furius was just here. 545 00:49:44,829 --> 00:49:47,806 And he trusted me with the fact that Totila is still alive. 546 00:49:49,149 --> 00:49:51,580 He saved the life of Prince Furius. 547 00:49:55,043 --> 00:49:55,947 Father! 548 00:49:56,608 --> 00:49:59,512 Can't you at least try to understand us? 549 00:50:02,533 --> 00:50:05,032 I am deeply moved by your love. 550 00:50:06,420 --> 00:50:10,849 But wait for me to be happy, knowing that the daughter does she want to share her bed with a barbarian? 551 00:50:11,125 --> 00:50:13,183 You have no right to preach to me. 552 00:50:13,261 --> 00:50:15,304 You only slept with women that served your plans. 553 00:50:15,605 --> 00:50:17,834 lulia! You don't know what you're talking about! 554 00:50:20,635 --> 00:50:22,650 I put my life in the service of Rome. 555 00:50:23,665 --> 00:50:26,837 Personal feelings have become therefore insignificant to me. 556 00:50:28,501 --> 00:50:30,901 Except for the love for you, my daughter. 557 00:50:31,318 --> 00:50:33,161 But you try too little to deserve it. 558 00:50:33,462 --> 00:50:36,876 Rome and Rome again! What is Rome for you? 559 00:50:37,209 --> 00:50:39,846 And if you love Rome so much, why do people hate you 560 00:50:40,279 --> 00:50:44,349 You pushed people to war, you brought them only suffering and dire poverty. 561 00:50:44,913 --> 00:50:47,597 Is this proof of your love for Rome? 562 00:50:48,063 --> 00:50:49,794 Under the rule of the Goths people were happy. 563 00:50:49,995 --> 00:50:51,885 They were satisfied and satisfied. 564 00:50:52,086 --> 00:50:53,697 Of course, full! 565 00:50:55,037 --> 00:50:58,751 You want Rome to become a pen with fed cattle? 566 00:51:00,066 --> 00:51:02,467 You just asked me what is Rome for me. 567 00:51:03,758 --> 00:51:07,926 It is a spiritual force that created a culture envied by the whole world. 568 00:51:08,303 --> 00:51:13,036 But a primitive people tries to destroy this culture, through our subjugation. 569 00:51:13,658 --> 00:51:15,558 The primitive people of the Goths. 570 00:51:17,448 --> 00:51:20,261 lar the fact that my daughter is on the side of the barbarians, 571 00:51:21,297 --> 00:51:23,410 I will never understand him. 572 00:51:23,646 --> 00:51:27,161 Yes, I am on their side, because the future mine is related to that of the barbarians. 573 00:51:27,462 --> 00:51:29,228 A future that I don't leave you with destroy it for me 574 00:51:29,529 --> 00:51:31,438 I didn't destroy anything, ever. 575 00:51:31,927 --> 00:51:34,926 I am gifted to foresee the unfolding things and I prepare myself as such. 576 00:51:35,227 --> 00:51:37,313 Dad, just don't tell me that you just sit and wait. 577 00:51:37,514 --> 00:51:40,496 My dear lulia, a man either he rules or he is ruled. 578 00:51:41,547 --> 00:51:43,598 This is the choice that decides his life. 579 00:51:43,737 --> 00:51:45,447 And if you meet another man who thinks the same? 580 00:51:45,633 --> 00:51:48,902 Then both will know that one wins, and the other loses. 581 00:51:49,116 --> 00:51:51,542 But it doesn't always have to be like that! 582 00:51:51,847 --> 00:51:52,986 Yes. 583 00:51:54,516 --> 00:51:56,336 They will always be like this. 584 00:51:57,511 --> 00:51:59,847 There is no middle ground. 585 00:52:11,254 --> 00:52:13,746 Totila! A Romanian penetrated in our camp. 586 00:52:14,099 --> 00:52:17,518 Our women caught her. It seems to be of noble origin. 587 00:52:17,865 --> 00:52:20,876 - A Romanian, in our camp? - We'll bring it here right away. 588 00:52:22,906 --> 00:52:26,701 I know who she is, I know her. It's lulia, the prefect's daughter. 589 00:52:27,042 --> 00:52:28,616 lulia came to us! 590 00:52:28,817 --> 00:52:32,717 This does not cause him anxiety. It's as if you've never seen a Romanian before! 591 00:52:38,663 --> 00:52:41,501 Welcome to the prefect's daughter! 592 00:52:43,018 --> 00:52:46,123 I'm glad the rumors of your death they are not true. 593 00:52:46,404 --> 00:52:49,082 - Do you bring me any news from your father? - No, commit. 594 00:52:53,533 --> 00:52:54,736 Come on! 595 00:52:59,183 --> 00:53:01,098 lulia! 596 00:53:09,807 --> 00:53:12,338 I will never leave again! 597 00:53:13,203 --> 00:53:15,756 You will be able to make a living which one do I take? 598 00:53:17,206 --> 00:53:21,855 to hide? To hunt and be hunted? To live under the open sky? 599 00:53:22,203 --> 00:53:25,142 Everything and anything! Only to be with you. 600 00:53:36,517 --> 00:53:39,142 Without the support of traitors he couldn't have left. 601 00:53:40,068 --> 00:53:42,210 Everyone in this town it's against me 602 00:53:43,039 --> 00:53:45,755 I can endure almost anything, but I hate betrayal! 603 00:53:50,671 --> 00:53:53,037 I will nail my enemies to the cross! 604 00:53:53,338 --> 00:53:55,268 Enemies or all of Rome? 605 00:53:55,961 --> 00:53:57,183 And then crucifixion is no longer allowed. 606 00:53:57,563 --> 00:54:01,300 If I'm not mistaken, for a long time. From the time of Constantine the Great. 607 00:54:02,134 --> 00:54:04,317 Then I will re-establish it. 608 00:54:07,391 --> 00:54:10,203 - Mercy! - Have mercy, prefect! 609 00:54:10,685 --> 00:54:14,721 - Don't let my son die! - He's not a traitor! 610 00:54:15,459 --> 00:54:18,650 - Don't be so cruel! - Have mercy! 611 00:54:19,772 --> 00:54:26,836 - Have mercy! - Mercy! Mercy! 612 00:54:28,100 --> 00:54:32,535 All citizens of Rome take note to the due punishment of the traitors! 613 00:54:32,836 --> 00:54:34,825 The people of the Goths are our enemy. 614 00:54:35,157 --> 00:54:37,662 lar who falls in love with the enemy he will be crucified! 615 00:54:46,005 --> 00:54:48,718 I think this summer our desire will be fulfilled. 616 00:54:49,008 --> 00:54:50,844 Teia gathered an army in the north... 617 00:54:51,188 --> 00:54:52,684 ...and I one in the south. 618 00:54:53,923 --> 00:54:56,295 Almost half my people they are Romanians. 619 00:54:56,650 --> 00:54:58,757 Now Naples is also rising against Cethegus. 620 00:54:59,058 --> 00:55:01,156 Soon the whole of Italy it will be against him. 621 00:55:01,477 --> 00:55:05,414 lar with the support of the Viking fleet to Harald, victory will be easy. 622 00:55:07,613 --> 00:55:09,653 Then we will be a united kingdom again. 623 00:55:10,172 --> 00:55:11,534 And we will need a king. 624 00:55:12,500 --> 00:55:15,668 Only one man is worthy of this. You, Hidebrand! 625 00:55:16,193 --> 00:55:19,588 I told you once that I don't receive, and since then I have not rejuvenated. 626 00:55:20,425 --> 00:55:23,360 He is right. we need by a young king. 627 00:55:28,197 --> 00:55:31,131 - You will be king! - It's impossible, Teia! 628 00:55:31,922 --> 00:55:33,804 You just know that I will take a Romanian woman as my wife. 629 00:55:34,114 --> 00:55:37,446 Then perhaps your sons will live in peace and they won't have to fight anymore. 630 00:55:38,522 --> 00:55:41,828 Be our king, Totila, and pray for victory! 631 00:55:53,897 --> 00:55:57,363 So you come empty-handed from Byzantium, General Herubindus. 632 00:55:58,450 --> 00:56:00,596 What good then all the promises of help? 633 00:56:00,797 --> 00:56:03,743 When will it arrive? Tomorrow, in a week, in a month?! 634 00:56:04,460 --> 00:56:08,759 The Goths are heading for Rome, and I have to defend it myself. 635 00:56:09,108 --> 00:56:11,638 Don't worry! Totila will not dare attack. 636 00:56:12,151 --> 00:56:14,834 Still brooding over the defeat before, even though some time has passed since then. 637 00:56:15,198 --> 00:56:17,511 But this time Rome it is also threatened from within. 638 00:56:17,996 --> 00:56:20,538 We went too far with the support for Byzantium and the emperor. 639 00:56:20,883 --> 00:56:23,547 The citizens of Rome hate me just as much as your perceivers! 640 00:56:24,861 --> 00:56:28,263 General Narses offers you the helm of his armies in the south. 641 00:56:28,645 --> 00:56:30,028 But with a caveat: 642 00:56:31,041 --> 00:56:34,065 He, the general, remains the leader of all armies. 643 00:56:41,207 --> 00:56:43,614 It leaves me no choice. 644 00:56:44,507 --> 00:56:49,023 Tell the general it's an honor for me to serve them. 645 00:57:21,928 --> 00:57:23,419 The army of the Goths is towering. 646 00:57:23,790 --> 00:57:27,493 I also see many Romanians among the soldiers, mobs that met the enemy. 647 00:57:27,987 --> 00:57:30,635 Narses's army, I reckon he did not disembark too late. 648 00:57:30,956 --> 00:57:33,348 For himself, it is not too late. But certainly for Rome. 649 00:57:33,721 --> 00:57:36,792 But, prefect! He is our whole hope. 650 00:57:37,110 --> 00:57:39,819 lar his whole hope is to become the savior of Rome. 651 00:57:40,429 --> 00:57:42,680 We will not defend the city now. 652 00:57:42,939 --> 00:57:45,470 Let's leave the delusion to Totila that he would have conquered Rome. 653 00:57:46,633 --> 00:57:50,354 Estimp we are going to Narses and we are preparing to hit. 654 00:57:50,555 --> 00:57:51,970 We catch them off guard. 655 00:57:59,511 --> 00:58:01,415 Soldiers, keep your weapons ready! 656 00:58:01,668 --> 00:58:03,529 Do you still not trust the Romanians? 657 00:58:04,008 --> 00:58:05,446 Not! 658 00:58:08,507 --> 00:58:12,398 - Down with Cethegus! - Open the gates! 659 00:58:12,627 --> 00:58:14,796 Quiet! 660 00:58:15,028 --> 00:58:16,131 What are you looking for here? 661 00:58:16,473 --> 00:58:19,550 - We want... - Quiet! 662 00:58:19,969 --> 00:58:21,471 Don't let them pass! 663 00:58:22,693 --> 00:58:25,115 I made peace with the Goths. Open the gate! 664 00:58:25,406 --> 00:58:27,673 Totila! 665 00:59:07,849 --> 00:59:09,853 Cethegus fled to the general Narses. 666 00:59:10,143 --> 00:59:12,662 Byzantium will attack. Don't call me Teia! 667 00:59:12,863 --> 00:59:14,403 Then we will defend ourselves. 668 00:59:14,871 --> 00:59:17,952 The Viking fleet will be here soon, led by King Harald. 669 00:59:18,472 --> 00:59:20,240 Harald will keep his word and he loves the Goths. 670 00:59:20,541 --> 00:59:22,693 He honored Teodoric like a father. 671 00:59:23,528 --> 00:59:25,756 It's amazing how much we can love this country and its inhabitants. 672 00:59:26,057 --> 00:59:29,193 the bright sun, the eternal blue sky... 673 00:59:29,617 --> 00:59:32,078 Maybe the Vikings will stay with us. 674 00:59:32,631 --> 00:59:35,699 Are you leaving so soon, Totila? The celebration is in your honor. 675 00:59:36,083 --> 00:59:39,486 A king has many duties. Not least to his wife. 676 01:00:05,272 --> 01:00:08,093 Why is happiness never complete? 677 01:00:09,018 --> 01:00:10,849 It will be the last fight. 678 01:00:11,036 --> 01:00:12,801 I won't let you go. 679 01:00:14,678 --> 01:00:16,574 I will be back soon next to you 680 01:00:16,797 --> 01:00:19,042 We will not be separated than a few days. 681 01:00:19,700 --> 01:00:21,596 Well, we won't be separated at all! 682 01:00:21,897 --> 01:00:25,908 As queen, my place is next to the king. I will come with you! 683 01:00:27,299 --> 01:00:31,589 You embody the virtues of both peoples, of the Goths and the Romans. 684 01:00:32,572 --> 01:00:38,050 Endurance, love, steadfastness. 685 01:00:38,463 --> 01:00:41,136 Then he remains determined: I'm coming with you! 686 01:00:41,386 --> 01:00:43,661 You once told me that our love it will hurt forever. 687 01:00:43,934 --> 01:00:46,459 But it can take forever and only two days. 688 01:00:47,233 --> 01:00:49,852 That's why I don't want us to be separated not even for a moment. 689 01:00:50,272 --> 01:00:53,568 This time we will win. And then our happiness will be complete. 690 01:00:53,861 --> 01:00:54,919 If I could believe it... 691 01:00:55,299 --> 01:00:58,480 I keep thinking how irreconcilable he's my father 692 01:00:58,966 --> 01:01:00,757 He is the one to find a way of reconciliation with us. 693 01:01:01,088 --> 01:01:03,227 And he will one day. 694 01:01:03,592 --> 01:01:06,652 Not even Cethegus is that strong, to endure the loss of Rome... 695 01:01:07,436 --> 01:01:09,644 ...and at the same time his daughter's. 696 01:01:25,138 --> 01:01:27,104 Before the battle I have one more thing to talk to you 697 01:01:27,405 --> 01:01:30,570 - Do you want to make me a new offer? - No, the old one is still valid. 698 01:01:30,911 --> 01:01:32,661 But I want to improve it. 699 01:01:33,335 --> 01:01:35,655 I could help you win the battle. 700 01:01:35,977 --> 01:01:37,387 I have a good plan. 701 01:01:38,732 --> 01:01:40,439 After me! 702 01:01:44,692 --> 01:01:46,197 Tomorrow I will wear this plate. 703 01:01:46,424 --> 01:01:48,610 He will defend me in battle in the open field. 704 01:01:48,935 --> 01:01:51,582 I will wear my white cloak and an open helmet. 705 01:01:51,933 --> 01:01:55,378 Maybe even a garland of roses, as a sign of success. 706 01:01:55,637 --> 01:01:58,119 Don't forget that there are also flowers and a sign of death. 707 01:01:58,854 --> 01:02:00,822 You always see things in black, Teia. 708 01:02:01,112 --> 01:02:02,731 We will win the battle. 709 01:02:03,012 --> 01:02:06,069 - Wait! What are you doing here? - Leave me! I must see Totila. 710 01:02:06,858 --> 01:02:08,428 Prince Furius! 711 01:02:08,729 --> 01:02:10,142 Be glorified, Your Majesty! 712 01:02:10,443 --> 01:02:13,377 We haven't seen each other for a long time. What makes you so late? 713 01:02:14,132 --> 01:02:15,663 I didn't want to be seen here. 714 01:02:15,664 --> 01:02:19,460 I want to fight my spearmen with you against the Byzantines. 715 01:02:21,673 --> 01:02:24,134 Your proposal is our success and safer. 716 01:02:24,402 --> 01:02:26,882 Your spearmen are the best in the world. 717 01:02:27,541 --> 01:02:31,432 - It could decide the battle on either side! - Do you doubt my words, Teia? 718 01:02:31,633 --> 01:02:34,482 I doubt anyone's words carry a sword, Furius! 719 01:02:34,700 --> 01:02:36,378 It's a friend's proposal. 720 01:02:36,679 --> 01:02:39,571 We value it and receive it with gratitude. 721 01:02:40,433 --> 01:02:41,538 Sit down. 722 01:02:41,739 --> 01:02:43,239 I'm going to show you our battle plan. 723 01:02:43,519 --> 01:02:46,170 Then we can decide where your lancers would best aim. 724 01:02:46,847 --> 01:02:49,400 We will fight with the Byzantines in the open field. 725 01:02:51,176 --> 01:02:52,961 tell me, Cethegus: 726 01:02:53,712 --> 01:02:56,771 You just want to watch the battle or to fight? 727 01:02:57,082 --> 01:02:59,675 I came to entrust myself that you will escape with your life. 728 01:03:00,309 --> 01:03:02,694 And how many soldiers did you bring with you? 729 01:03:03,498 --> 01:03:07,096 I will only know that when they arrive. 730 01:03:07,445 --> 01:03:09,473 Many don't really think so. 731 01:03:09,782 --> 01:03:12,115 They are the armies that defeated the Vitiges 732 01:03:12,416 --> 01:03:17,010 and which under the general Belisarius they did not oppose the Goths too much. 733 01:03:17,773 --> 01:03:20,246 Byzantium did not forget the incident. 734 01:03:20,522 --> 01:03:23,090 And yet it is good to remember how things were 735 01:03:23,391 --> 01:03:25,054 Belisarius made a big mistake. 736 01:03:25,355 --> 01:03:26,996 We all make mistakes, sooner or later. 737 01:03:27,297 --> 01:03:29,027 Even me, even you. 738 01:03:29,340 --> 01:03:31,717 Your mistake is that you underestimate your allies. 739 01:03:32,412 --> 01:03:35,276 Your stalling tactic it did you some good. 740 01:03:35,577 --> 01:03:38,537 Uses that fit somehow with my calculations. 741 01:03:40,063 --> 01:03:42,181 But tomorrow you will conquer Rome. 742 01:03:43,232 --> 01:03:44,416 lar then... 743 01:03:44,617 --> 01:03:48,102 Yes, then we will see who wins the game. 744 01:03:48,426 --> 01:03:51,469 But first we must win the battle. 745 01:03:51,863 --> 01:03:55,258 - Don't you have doubts? - Only as far as you are concerned. 746 01:03:55,528 --> 01:03:59,950 - I can't help but have some doubts. - You are very kind. Thank you. 747 01:04:02,103 --> 01:04:04,401 Can I have one more kiss? 748 01:04:05,205 --> 01:04:06,677 As a friend. 749 01:04:08,153 --> 01:04:09,730 On the Goth Totila... 750 01:04:10,839 --> 01:04:13,347 ...please leave it to me. 751 01:04:13,683 --> 01:04:15,857 With the greatest pleasure. 752 01:04:26,184 --> 01:04:27,756 Before! 753 01:04:37,970 --> 01:04:40,180 Totila! 754 01:04:42,344 --> 01:04:44,034 Before! 755 01:04:44,784 --> 01:04:47,406 Narses! 756 01:06:02,644 --> 01:06:04,597 Stop it! 757 01:06:05,349 --> 01:06:08,830 Furius betrayed us. He fell behind us with his lancers. 758 01:06:09,031 --> 01:06:11,630 The bastard! I knew it! 759 01:06:17,368 --> 01:06:20,933 Pay attention to what I tell you! The one with the white cloak is Totila. 760 01:06:21,193 --> 01:06:23,773 I just want you to draw his attention to me. 761 01:06:38,837 --> 01:06:41,538 I'll make you pay, you traitorous dog! 762 01:06:41,853 --> 01:06:45,017 I can't wait! Come, we will fight for lulia! 763 01:07:34,968 --> 01:07:36,222 Totila! 764 01:07:44,129 --> 01:07:45,632 Totila! 765 01:07:50,394 --> 01:07:52,260 lulia! 766 01:07:52,525 --> 01:07:55,263 Let's not leave it to the Romanians. Let's get the king to safety. 767 01:07:56,755 --> 01:07:59,153 Totila, show yourself! 768 01:08:00,700 --> 01:08:02,496 where are you 769 01:08:03,604 --> 01:08:05,007 Totila! 770 01:08:10,651 --> 01:08:12,864 Take the king! I will distract Cethegus. 771 01:08:13,161 --> 01:08:14,633 Totila! 772 01:08:19,929 --> 01:08:22,717 Run, you coward! Totila! 773 01:08:27,584 --> 01:08:29,227 Stay still, dog! 774 01:08:32,184 --> 01:08:34,414 Don't get rid of me, Totila! 775 01:09:32,051 --> 01:09:35,053 Totila fell in battle. We need a king. 776 01:09:35,354 --> 01:09:37,470 After Theodoric, Vitiges and Totila, 777 01:09:37,735 --> 01:09:40,610 one man is worthy of their inheritance: 778 01:09:40,947 --> 01:09:42,302 Teia County. 779 01:09:42,614 --> 01:09:45,428 On the sword of the great Theodoric I ask you: 780 01:09:45,769 --> 01:09:48,271 Are you ready to be our king? 781 01:09:52,534 --> 01:09:55,036 - I'm ready! - Linden! 782 01:09:55,378 --> 01:09:56,709 I lost this battle. 783 01:09:56,910 --> 01:09:59,168 Who wants to obey the emperor, he can go! 784 01:10:01,005 --> 01:10:03,037 But I will fight on. 785 01:10:05,206 --> 01:10:08,972 All those who will follow me, let them know that it will be the last fight. 786 01:10:09,596 --> 01:10:11,069 King Teia is right. 787 01:10:11,370 --> 01:10:15,545 Justice! Teia! 788 01:10:16,019 --> 01:10:18,156 You won the game, Narses. 789 01:10:19,971 --> 01:10:21,868 Tomorrow you will enter Rome. 790 01:10:23,426 --> 01:10:26,981 And you will be able to use the city like a drunkard. 791 01:10:28,274 --> 01:10:32,469 Yes, our game ended quickly. Even sooner than I imagined. 792 01:10:33,533 --> 01:10:37,171 Your arrogance made you who you are a weak playing partner. 793 01:10:37,841 --> 01:10:41,539 Yes, I said arrogantly. 794 01:10:42,041 --> 01:10:44,964 This conceited and haughty pride... 795 01:10:45,883 --> 01:10:48,029 ...your immeasurable pride. 796 01:10:50,949 --> 01:10:54,123 When everything is to escape with your life. 797 01:10:54,442 --> 01:10:57,185 To ask for more it's simply stupid. 798 01:10:57,517 --> 01:11:01,719 lar when the others failed and all is dust and powder, 799 01:11:01,920 --> 01:11:05,417 then I come and sweep the dirt. 800 01:11:05,880 --> 01:11:08,850 In Rome we have sweepers for such a thing. 801 01:11:09,463 --> 01:11:12,062 Survival has always guided me. 802 01:11:12,366 --> 01:11:14,121 The same with Teodora. 803 01:11:14,637 --> 01:11:16,119 Very true. 804 01:11:16,466 --> 01:11:18,249 And what did he use them for? 805 01:11:18,953 --> 01:11:21,386 At least it would bring you thanks. 806 01:11:33,866 --> 01:11:39,112 It certainly brings me satisfaction to know that otherwise I wouldn't have stayed alive. 807 01:11:39,472 --> 01:11:41,545 And you would have been in my place now. 808 01:11:41,846 --> 01:11:42,904 Or isn't it? 809 01:11:43,724 --> 01:11:47,447 General! Can I ask you out for a moment? 810 01:11:52,187 --> 01:11:54,916 I am waiting for an answer to my question. 811 01:12:09,679 --> 01:12:12,066 The Goths elected the Teia committees as their new king. 812 01:12:12,310 --> 01:12:16,173 He sent you news. He wants to keep fighting. 813 01:12:17,548 --> 01:12:20,847 Tell the new king of the Goths that he lost his mind. 814 01:12:21,286 --> 01:12:23,451 A new fight would bring his people's destruction. 815 01:12:25,150 --> 01:12:26,230 Tell him like this: 816 01:12:26,431 --> 01:12:29,056 I just want everyone to goth to leave this country. 817 01:12:29,378 --> 01:12:32,082 And if I do, I let them go unhindered. 818 01:12:32,283 --> 01:12:35,060 lar this is my last offer. 819 01:13:48,567 --> 01:13:51,985 You were too proud to answer me to the question, Romanian! 820 01:13:55,378 --> 01:13:58,651 Thus it ends, with the last great battle from the Goth Genunea, 821 01:13:59,265 --> 01:14:03,917 the tragedy of this people, what had begun with their great migration to the south. 822 01:14:42,552 --> 01:14:46,646 General Narses, what he valued as befits the valor of his adversaries, 823 01:14:47,016 --> 01:14:49,458 leave the survivors free way. 824 01:14:50,778 --> 01:14:53,485 They said goodbye from Italy's sun 825 01:14:53,715 --> 01:14:58,219 and they returned with their last fallen king in their northern homeland. 826 01:15:14,857 --> 01:15:16,572 King Harald's Viking Fleet! 827 01:15:16,873 --> 01:15:18,706 He's coming to get us! 828 01:15:33,815 --> 01:15:38,848 Translation and adaptation: pamfil_nastase@yahoo. com 829 01:15:41,943 --> 01:15:44,401 THE END