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