When word reaches Rome of Crassus defeat at charhae pompeys is given procounsular authority to take vengeance against the Parthians. A week later word reaches Rome of Caesar fall against the Gauls and rumors of a possible Gallic invasion of Roman territory. This prompts the senate to give Pompey dictatorial authority to deal with both crises. Julia, Caesars daughter, is still alive and has given Pompey a son, pleads with her husband to avenge his father in law personally. His supporters beg him to go east to protect against the Parthians. What does Pompey do in this scenario? And can he solve both crises? If he can what happens? If he can't what happens?