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Charon

Now, where shall he sit? Every seat is full, as you see.

Hermes

On the despot's shoulders, if you agree.

Klotho

Happy thought, Hermes.

Charon

Climb up, then, and set your foot on the villain's neck; and a fair voyage to us!

Kyniskos

Charon, it is fair to tell you the truth from this moment. I should not have an obol to pay you when I have got across, for I have nothing but this wallet, which you see, and this club. But if you want any baling done, I am ready, or even to take an oar. You will have no fault to find if only you give me a strong, wellbalanced oar.

Charon

Row, then; for even that is payment enough from you.

Kyniskos

Is it, or must I start a boat-song to give the time?

Charon

By all means, if you know some sailor's song.

Kyniskos

I know a number; but see, these others are wailing tearfully in opposition. They will put us out in our singing.

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