come and see page 12

 come and see page 12 by ric gustafson

Gaius led Jesus into the room.

" Ah the Rabbi from Nazareth". Quintus smiled. He pointed to an empty chair. " Please sit down".

Jesus sat down.

" Did this man or his followers resist?".

" No".

" Good". He grinned. " You may leave".

Gaius quickly left.

" Jesus of Nazareth". Quintus's voice hesitated. " We finally meet".

" Here I am".

" Atticus one of my Cohortes Urbanae has been following you".

" And what did he see?".

" Public disruptions which puts a blight on my personal reputation".

" One of your tax collectors has come to be with me".

Quintus frowned. " And what is his name now?".

" Matthew".

Quintus shook his head. " I don't know what to make of you".

" People often say that".

" Jesus, listen good to me". Quintus gave Jesus a hard stare. " No more spectacles, crowds or meddling of any kind".

Jesus stared at Quintus. " I can't promise you that".

" Jesus, heed my warning". He frowned. " Now go".

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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric