History of the Peloponnesian War

On hearing this, the Lacedaemonians did not openly show any resentment against the Athenians; for they had sent their embassy to Athens, not to stop the work, but to offer, as they professed, a suggestion in the common interest, and besides, they entertained at that time the most friendly feelings for the Athenians on account of their zeal in opposing the Persians; since, however, they liad failed in their purpose, they were secretly vexed. So the envoys on either side returned home without making any formal complaint.