And still, in this our strait, you have been true

And loyal to the last, through woe and want,

Have never failed me, nor in will nor deed.

This when my father hears, for such good service

To him and to his son, he cannot choose

But give you liberty. I will insure it,

If I go free from hence. ’Tis you alone,

Your help, your kindness, your devoted service,

Shall give me to my parents’ arms again.

Philocrates (as Tyndarus).—I have done this: I’m glad you should remember;