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vv. 1346–1359.
AGAMEMNON
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Leader.

I think the deed is done. It was the King
Who groaned. . . . Stand close, and think if anything . . .

[The Old Men gather together under the shock, and debate confusedly.


Elder B.

I give you straight my judgement. Summon all
The citizens to rescue. Sound a call!


Elder C.

No, no! Burst in at once without a word!
In, and convict them by their dripping sword!


Elder D.

Yes; that or something like it. Quick, I say,
Be doing ! 'Tis a time for no delay.


Elder E.

We have time to think. This opening . . . They have planned
Some scheme to make enslavement of the land.


Elder F.

Yes, while we linger here! They take no thought
Of lingering, and their sword-arm sleepeth not!


Elder G.

I have no counsel. I can speak not. Oh,
Let him give counsel who can strike a blow!