The OP is in reference to Domitian, an Emperor who reigned some 130 years after Caesar. Caesar himself was known for his clemency towards his enemies, including those who had taken up arms against him.
Domitian, on the other hand, is widely recognized as a tyrant who, in addition to (admittedly a little funny) threats like the one in the OP, demanded to be referred to as ‘Lord and God’ and was eventually assassinated after pissing off everyone in his social circle.
I was wrong. I edited my post to say so.
The OP is in reference to Domitian, an Emperor who reigned some 130 years after Caesar. Caesar himself was known for his clemency towards his enemies, including those who had taken up arms against him.
Domitian, on the other hand, is widely recognized as a tyrant who, in addition to (admittedly a little funny) threats like the one in the OP, demanded to be referred to as ‘Lord and God’ and was eventually assassinated after pissing off everyone in his social circle.