Germaniae tried to contain her shock as Marcus Antonius spilled the news of her former acting career right in front of the Carpenter. “I am well thank you.” She then looked at the Carpenter. “If you don’t mind….Hermes, show this man to the garden.”

The young slave ran in. “Yes Domina.”

Germaniae then cleared her throat before addressing Marcus. “This is a pleasant surprise Marcus. Quite unexpected. Yes, I am so happy you have made a name for yourself, but I am not letting it be know to all of Rome that I was an actor. I would appreciate it if you…deal with the carpenter friend after I have concluded my business with him.

Leaving Marcus in the Atrium Germaniae walked back to the garden to speak with the carpenter.