10 Historical Facts They Don't Teach You At School
7. One Rather Questionable Roman Love Story
The next time your spouse looks at another member of the opposite sex, definitely don't do what Marcus Aurelius did during Roman times. Marcus, apparently known for his kind nature and humanitarianism, was incensed by his wife Faustina's love for another gladiator.
So, Marky boy did what any self-respecting man would (disclaimer: this is not OK): forced his good lady to strip naked, have sex with the Herculean muscleman in question, and then murdered the poor chap when he was on top of her. From there, all Faustina had to do was clean up the blood and make love to her husband.
Easy.
Sorry, Aurelius, but you were a few biscuits short of a packet, and it's impossible to defend your actions. Did it never occur to him that a quick sit down and chat might clear everything up?