Very well; we must consult together. Pylades About what necessity? Orestes Suppose I go and tell the citizens— Pylades That your action was just? Orestes In avenging my father? Pylades I am afraid they would be glad to catch you. Orestes Well, am I to crouch in fear and die without a word? Pylades That is cowardly. Orestes How then should I act? Pylades Suppose you stay here, what means of safety do you have? Orestes I have none. Pylades And if you go, is there any hope of escaping your troubles? Orestes There might be, possibly. Pylades Then that is better than staying. Orestes Then I will go. Pylades At least you die in this way, you will die more honorably. Orestes You are right; in this way I escape cowardice. Pylades Better than by staying.