Julius Caesar 2.4 Scene Summary

In the transcript, Lucius is sent to the Capitol to gather news. The soothsayer plans to warn Caesar of potential harm. Portia is anxious and expresses her fears, while the soothsayer searches for a better place to warn Caesar. Portia grows faint and sends Lucius again to report back.

What is the significance of the phrase 'befriend himself' in the context of the text?

What does Portia's statement about the heart of a woman reveal about her character?