Rome (2005)

S2E5 Heroes of the Republic

Ignoring Pullo's counsel, Vorenus brings his family back to the Collegium, where they find solace and healing from their past struggles. Meanwhile, Octavian faces rejection for a triumph and seeks Cicero's support to become Consul, offering the senator a chance to veto his decisions in return. Octavian shocks both Cicero and the Senate with his initial act as Consul. Vorenus tries to mend fences with Memmio, while Cotta begins to question whether he has lost his edge.