Megapenthes.

Oh, but I am quite prepared to give security for my expeditious return, Nay, I could provide a substitute, if preferred;—my well-beloved!

Clotho

Wretch! How often have you prayed that he might survive you!

Megapenthes.

That was a long time ago. New,—I see a better use for him.

Clotho

But he is due to be here, shortly, let me tell you. He is to be put to death by the new sovereign.