In 886, he travelled with Lando II of Capua to Constantinople and did homage, returning in 887 with the title of patrician from the emperor. He received a contingent of mercenaries and returned to ward off the Saracen menace.
Around 886, he accompanied Lando II of Capua on a trip to Constantinople where they paid respects to the emperor.  He returned in 887 with the title of patrician and was tasked with defending his territory from the Saracens.