Very well; we must consult together.PyladesAbout what necessity?OrestesSuppose I go and tell the citizens—PyladesThat your action was just?OrestesIn avenging my father?PyladesI am afraid they would be glad to catch you.OrestesWell, am I to crouch in fear and die without a word?PyladesThat is cowardly.OrestesHow then should I act?PyladesSuppose you stay here, what means of safety do you have?OrestesI have none.PyladesAnd if you go, is there any hope of escaping your troubles?OrestesThere might be, possibly.PyladesThen that is better than staying.OrestesThen I will go.PyladesAt least you die in this way, you will die more honorably.OrestesYou are right; in this way I escape cowardice.PyladesBetter than by staying.OrestesAfter all, my action was just.PyladesPray that this may be the only view they take.OrestesSome one or two might pity me—PyladesYes, your noble birth is a great point.OrestesResenting my father’s death.PyladesThat is all quite clear.OrestesI must go, for to die ignobly is a coward’s part.PyladesWell said.OrestesShall we tell my sister?PyladesGod forbid!OrestesTrue, there might be tears.PyladesThat would be a grave omen.