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. Orestes After all, my action was just. Pylades Pray that this may be the only view they take. Orestes Some one or two might pity me— Pylades Yes, your noble birth is a great point. Orestes Resenting my father’s death. Pylades That is all quite clear. Orestes I must go, for to die ignobly is a coward’s part. Pylades Well said. Orestes Shall we tell my sister? Pylades God forbid! Orestes True, there might be tears. Pylades That would be a grave omen.