When the Roman Caesar read the impassioned epistle of Khosrow Parviz, a whirlwind of profound thoughts stirred within his heart. Seeking clarity, he summoned his high minister to unveil what lay hidden in the womb of destiny. Caesar pondered the uncertain turn of Fortune: if Khosrow were destined for defeat, his era would end, forcing him to seek refuge with the Khagan of China like a desperate patient seeking a cure. Yet, if the young prince were ordained to conquer and reign like his fathers before him, it would be far wiser for Rome to champion his cause, lest he harbor bitterness and avenge himself upon the empire in years to come.
At the wise minister's behest, the realm's foremost astrologers were commanded to bring forth the ancient star-charts—the celestial tables whose foundations were laid by the great philosopher Plato. Until the third watch of the night, the star-gazers scrutinized the heavens, calculating the ascendants and planetary alignments. At last, the chief astrologer stepped forward and declared to Caesar that Khosrow’s star burned with unyielding splendor. He foretold that the Sasanian prince would soon reclaim the imperial throne and rule supreme for thirty-eight years, unblemished by dark adversity.
Hearing this prophecy, Caesar marveled and conferred again with his counselor on how best to respond. The minister advised that if Khosrow were left to seek aid from the Khagan or raise legions elsewhere, his wrath against Rome would eventually burn unchecked. Therefore, the wisest path was to embrace this divine decree, open the imperial treasury, and send forth formidable armies accompanied by war elephants. Moved by these sage words, Caesar resolved to bestow boundless wealth and military might upon Khosrow, securing enduring peace and friendship for the Roman realm.