Thra. But see!
Thais appears.
Gnat. Let’s charge them then! Come on!
Thra. Halt!—’Tis the part of a wise general
To try all methods, ere he come to arms.
How do you know, but Thais may obey
My orders without force?
Gnat. Oh, gracious Heavens!
Of what advantage is it to be wise!
I ne’er approach but I go wiser from you.