Malleolus rolled up the map, threw it in his pack and walked out of the tent. He walked to the legates around camp.
Meanwhile:
Aquilinus arrived inside the Temple, the Praetorian guard was swarming the place, protecting the Emperor. It was very obvious, but they had no time to be discreet.
Aulus walked to his Legion's camp. he laid a map of the area on a table
Aulus: gather round!
everyone gathered and quieted
Aulus: the majority of the legions will bbe here, and these passes are being blocked.
he indicated each as he went
Aulus: a lot of our men are going to die there. but we and Malleolus' legion will be stationed here as a last resort. i want our archers on the few mountains around us, hidden behind rocks, brush and trees
he ran over everything again, straightened up and clapped his hands loudly
Aulus: any questions?
Legion: no sir!
Aulus: good. when Malleolus gives the sign for everyone to move, we go there, take our positions and wait our turn. everyone rest up!. you'll need it
everyone dispersed. Aulus went and rested his eyes
Aquilinus: Quintus! Do you know what this means! We can finally destroy this rebellion, avenging my father and brothers! Come, the Legion should be ready to move by now.
Aquilinus led Quintus through the streets, through the crowds, his Praetorian doing most of the work.
Hundreds of town guards were around, keeping the people back, they were confused and wanted to know more.