# Scene VIII explained — Plays

> Chapter companion for Plays by Roswitha of Gandersheim.

## What happens

John and Paul prepare to ride with Gallicanus, having sent their baggage ahead to travel unencumbered.

## Character check-ins

### Gallicanus

Notices John and Paul were absent and inquires about their whereabouts.

### John

Explains that they were seeing to their baggage and have sent it ahead.

### Paul

Accompanies John and agrees to ride with Gallicanus.

## Key lines

> John The General is leaving the temple. Let us mount our horses and ride to meet him.

John suggests they ride to meet the general as he leaves the temple.

_John takes initiative to join Gallicanus._

> Gallicanus I noticed you were not with us. Where have you been?

Gallicanus asks John and Paul where they were, having noticed their absence.

_Gallicanus is observant of his companions._

> John We were seeing to our baggage. We have sent it on ahead that we may ride with you unencumbered.

John explains they were handling their luggage and sent it forward so they could travel lightly with Gallicanus.

_John and Paul plan to travel with Gallicanus without burden._

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