Rome’s eastern frontier, AD 56. Cato and Macro serve under constant observation from Parthian agents while evidence suggests that someone within the Roman command is passing information to the enemy. Their search for the traitor takes place during preparations for renewed war, when accusation itself can fracture the legion. They must identify the source of the leak without allowing suspicion to destroy the cohesion on which the frontier army depends.
The eastern frontier gives espionage immediate military consequences because Rome and Parthia rely on client rulers, messengers and local intelligence as much as legionary strength. A single leak can expose troop movements or diplomatic plans before armies meet. Macro and Cato must therefore protect operational secrecy while avoiding accusations that could destroy the trust needed to fight effectively.
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