The story shows Julius Caesar, who, after returning from his victories, is offered a crown, which he refuses to accept. Cassius, Casca and other Romans of great standing in the state are jealous of the success of Caesar and turn to Brutus, who second to Caesar is the most influential citizen in Rome, and use him as a tool by playing upon his conceit. They praise him, and make him an accomplice in the work they have planned; namely, to assassinate Caesar, While they are engaged in asking a favor, which Caesar refuses, the conspirators rush up and stab him.