Panting, Julilla crossed the forum, passing the templum divus Iulius on her left and ducking under the Arcus Augusti. The lovely, ancient structure of the sacella vestae hove into view, and a crowd of amica clustered around the steps, with Decimus and Jot before the doors. The Vestalis Maxima, Ceres Cornelius, regally awaits.

*gasp* Ceres, my dear! This flame has circumnavigated our entire known world to come to you this auspicious night! Sanctify the flame, O vestalis maxima and bring good fortune to our works!