But lo! another point which admits of less doubt; for if daylight be waited for, what hope is there, that the enemy, who have now encompassed the hill on every side, as you perceive, with their bodies exposed at disadvantage, will not hem us in with a continued rampart and ditch?
If night then be favourable for a sally, as it is, this is undoubtedly the most suitable hour of night.

You assembled here on the signal of the second watch, a time which buries mortals in the profoundest sleep.

You will pass through their bodies lulled to sleep, either in silence unnoticed by them, or ready to strike terror into them, should they perceive you, by a sudden shout.

Only follow me, whom you have followed.

The same fortune which conducted us hither, will I follow.