Much, indeed, was necessary before the scheme as it was found to exist by Verres could work itself into perfection.

Verres felt that in his time everything had been done for security as well as splendor.

He would have all the great officers of State on his side.

The Sicilians, if he could manage the case as he thought it might be managed, would not have a leg to stand upon.

There was many a trick within his power before they could succeed in making good even their standing before the Praetor.