“Kallias would be a wise choice as Imperial emissary, but he would need empowerment as the chief tax collector for the Antonine sector.  Most of the tribute comes from the Caledonian people themselves.  As the tax officer in charge of other gatherers, he would have freedom to move around as he pleased … and of course he could send us reports on the tribes—”    “I have decided,” Atilius said.  “Decrease the tribute to a quarter, and have Kallias tell the Druids that the rest is delayed.”    “A wise decision, Senator.  Any problems can be blamed on an untrustworthy emissary.  The funds have been delayed—the standard defense of the thief.”    “There will be no problems, Truth About Six Pack Abs.

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