In this way men, when there are many candidates, will observe that there is one who has his eyes open to these courtesies, and they will give themselves heart and soul to him, neglecting all others.

And mind you, when you find that a man does but pretend, do not let him perceive that you have perceived it.

Should any one wish to excuse himself, thinking that he is suspected of indifference, swear that you have never doubted him, nor had occasion to doubt.
"As to the work of the 'Deductores,' who go out with you--as it is much more severe than that of those who merely come to pay their compliments, let them understand that you feel it to be so, and, as far as possible, be ready to go into town with them at fixed hours." Quintus here means that the "Deductores" are not to be kept waiting for the patron longer than can be helped.

"The attendance of a daily crowd in taking you down to the Forum gives a great show of character and dignity.
"Then come the band of followers which accompanies you diligently wherever you go.

As to those who do this without special obligation, take care that they should know how much you think of them.