So there the scheme must be executed, as originally arranged." "And Dumnorix will go soon ?" "I think in a few days.

I will find out." "As you love your own life do so! I will call on each day at this hour.

If Pratinas is at home, leave some bright garment outside near the door, that I may not stumble on him.

Deceive or betray me, and my masters will take a terrible revenge on you; for you haven't the least idea what is the power of the men Pratinas has for enemies." Agias turned to depart.

Then to Artemisia:-- "And you, my pretty,--when I come again, I will try to stay longer, and make you feel as glad to see Agias, as Agias will be to see Artemisia." Agias was descending the stairs, when Sesostris called him back with a whisper.
"You are a dreadful youth; but since I am so utterly in your power, hear something that may prove that I am not a knave at heart.