He has, of course, communicated with the African bishops, and tried to unite them with him ?' 'Two months ago.

But the stiff-necked schismatics are still jealous of him, and hold aloof.' 'Schismatics is too harsh a term, my friend.

But has he sent to Constantinople ?' 'He needs a messenger accustomed to courts.

It was possible, he thought, that your experience might undertake the mission.' 'Me?
Who am I?
Alas! alas! fresh temptations daily! Let him send by the hand of whom he will....

And yet--were I--at least in Alexandria--I might advise from day to day....