CRE. And yet the whole of victory is prudence.
ETEO. Dost thou wish then that I have recourse to other measures?
CRE. To every measure indeed, rather than hazard all on one battle.
ETEO. What if we were to attack them by night from ambush?
CRE. If, having failed, at least you can have a safe retreat hither.
ETEO. Night brings the same advantage to all, but more to the daring.
CRE. Dreadful is it to fail in the darkness of night.
ETEO. But shall I lead my force against them while at their meal?
CRE. That would cause terror; but we must conquer.
ETEO. The ford of Dirce is indeed deep to pass.