From both sides ambassadors were sent almost at the same time, to demand restitution.

Tullus ordered his to attend to nothing before their instructions.

He knew well that the Alban would refuse, and that so war might be proclaimed on just grounds.

Their commission was executed more remissly by the Albans.

For being courteously and kindly entertained by Tullus, they politely avail themselves of the king's hospitality.