They traveled together to the city of Tortona, where Secundus met the city's first bishop, Marcian, who was later martyred under Hadrian. Secundus' meeting with Marcian influenced his decision to become a Christian; his meeting with Faustinus and Jovita further influenced his conversion. His friend Sapricius attempted to make him abjure his newfound faith.
Secundus accompanied his companions to the city of Tortona, where he met Bishop Marcian, who was later executed by Hadrian. Secundus' encounter with Marcian played a crucial role in his decision to become a Christian; his meetings with Faustinus and Jovita also influenced his conversion. His friend Sapricius attempted to dissuade him from his new faith.