Upon Caesar’s return, everyone was excited and greeted him dearly. Caesar returns after defeating Pompey and the people of Rome celebrate his victory. However, two Roman tribunes named Marullus and Flavius are upset of his return, worried that he will become a dictator. Marullus interpreted Caesar’s return saying “Wherefore rejoice?...light on this ingratitude.” This text shows the way Marullus feels of Caesar’s return. Marullus feels disgusted that the citizens of Rome took the time out of work to show gratitude for Caesar. As he says, “Be gone! Run to your houses, fall upon your knees, pray to the Gods to intermit the plague that needs must light on this ingratitude.” Marullus is showing his anger and disgrace towards the people
