During that time we shall be able to seek Lygia unhindered and secrete her in safety.

But has not our noble philosopher been here yet ?" "Thy noble philosopher is a cheat.

No; he has not shown himself, and he will not show himself again!" "But I have a better understanding, if not of his honesty, of his wit.
He has drawn blood once from thy purse, and will come even for this, to draw it a second time." "Let him beware lest I draw his own blood." "Draw it not; have patience till thou art convinced surely of his deceit.

Do not give him more money, but promise a liberal reward if he brings thee certain information.

Wilt thou thyself undertake something ?" "My two freedmen, Nymphidius and Demas, are searching for her with sixty men.