With the death of Julia, and the disappearance of Crassus, slain by the Parthians (53 B.C.), the danger of a breach between Pompeius and his ally might appear imminent. […] Italy was apathetic to the war-cry of the Republic in danger, sceptical about its champions. […] Gaul and the armies remained tranquil, the danger of popular outbreaks was averted, the veterans were kept in hand. […] To counter that danger and outbid his rival the consul went farther with his Caesarian and popular policy. […] There was a nearer danger, D.