That woo the mother, could they kill the son,

And quarrel for the inheritance: and now

They have sent a ship to take him in the straits,

As he comes home: but may the gods protect him.

Tho’, till I see him safe, my heart is vexed.

Ul. Fear not; the gods will save him.

Eum.Thank thee, sir.

Hast ever been in Sparta?

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Ul.Ask me nought,