But now it’s your turn to make your request, Timolaus. See that you outdo them—as we expect from an intelligent man of the world.

Well, Lycinus, see if my wish will be open to censure or possible correction. Gold, treasures and bushels of coin, kingdoms, wars and fears for empire you have rightly censured—I shall not ask for them. They are insecure, full of plots and give more grief than pleasure.