Epeisodion 1
Hector
But let him, since he has arrived,
come to our table not as an ally but as a guest;
for the gratitude of Priam’s sons is forfeit in his case.
Chorus Leader
O prince, to turn away allies earns hatred.
Messenger
His mere appearance would cause a panic among the foe.
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Hector
You counsel rightly; you too take the proper view.
Let Rhesus in his gilded armor join the allies of this land, thanks to the messenger’s report. Exit the Messenger.
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