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." Cambyses interrupted him with a laugh, exclaiming: "Did you learn these notions in Egypt, where it is the custom to be contented with one wife?
In truth, I have long repented having sent a boy like you abroad.

I am not accustomed to bear contradiction, and shall listen to no excuses after the war.

This once I will allow you to go to the field without a wife.

I will not force you to do what, in your opinion, might endanger your valor.