A third time now I give my summons here,
If good Ægisthos' house be hospitable.
[A Slave opens the door
Slave. Hold, hold; I hear. What stranger comes, and whence?
Orest. Tell thou thy lords who over this house rule,
To whom I come and tidings new report;
And make good speed, for now the dusky car
Of night comes on apace, and it is time
For travellers in hospitable homes
To cast their anchor; and let some one come