Not even a god had known thee; blame me not.

Ath. Nor for thy false tale to a stranger spoken?

Ul. Since thou who lackest cause hast more deceived.

And I—where were I now without my guile,

Without thy help?

Ath.If I should help thee still,

What wouldst thou ask?

Ul.Answer me.—Say, what shore

Is this I stand on, which is hidden from me

By so thick mist: whether they promised true