Everything favours us. The best troops of Alexander’s army are still in Egypt. The entire city is behind us. All Athens will rise when it sees you are our leader. (Vehemently.) We shall drive the proud Macedonian out. Oh, I’m glad the talk is over soon! I burn for action.
Phocion
I, too, want action. I am not made for stealth and for conspiracy. Plotting and hesitation weary me. (Sighs.)
Lysander
Phocion, you feel no doubt, though—? I heard you sigh. Are you less sure of—of anything?
Phocion
For myself, boy, I have no doubt. For Athens I am sure and strong. Did I sigh perhaps? If so—if so, it was for others whose lives I hold in trust. For others—the truest, best, and bravest men in all Athens.
Lysander
The Gods will bear that burden for you, Phocion.
Phocion