Sar.‍Since it is thus,

We'll die where we were born—in our own halls[x]

Serry your ranks—stand firm. I have despatched

A trusty satrap for the guard of Zames,

All fresh and faithful; they'll be here anon.

All is not over,—Pania, look to Myrrha.

[Pania returns towards Myrrha.

Sal. We have breathing time; yet once more charge, my friends—

One for Assyria!

Sar.‍Rather say for Bactria!