Not every one is a Seneca, and I cannot afford the sacrifice; should the noble Vinicius, however, wish to give something, on account of that sum which he promised--" "Not an obolus, Chilo!" said Petronius, "not an obolus.

The bounty of Vinicius will surpass thy expectations, but only when Lygia is found,--that is, when thou shalt indicate to us her hiding-place.
Mercury must trust thee for the two heifers, though I am not astonished at him for not wishing to do so; in this I recognize his acuteness." "Listen to me, worthy lords.

The discovery which I have made is great; for though I have not found the maiden yet, I have found the way in which I must seek her.

Ye have sent freedmen and slaves throughout the city and into the country; has any one given you a clew?
No! I alone have given one.

I tell you more.