How Is Julius Caesar Corrupt

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Julius Caesar was finally going to be able to rule Rome,but when Brutus and the Conspirators believed Caesar would become corrupt,so they brutally stabbed him to death.Brutus was one of Caesar’s best friends and when the Conspirators were stabbing Caesar,he wasn’t hurt emotionally,but when he saw Brutus stab him,he was heartbroken.Betrayal from a friend can be mentally and emotionally challenging,as being backstabbed by a friend is surprising. The betrayal by a friend leads to the deterioration of trust.Putting trust in on (a)person comes with the package of loyalty and respect,but when one is betrayed,all of that is lost.Caesar and Brutus’ relationship was built on a foundation of trust and love.Over the years of loyalty,as Caesar came into

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