I saw Aegisthus, when I was on my way here.OrestesI approve what you have said. Where was he?Old manNear these fields, at his stables.OrestesWhat was he doing? I see some hope, out of difficulties.Old manHe was preparing a feast for the Nymphs, I thought.OrestesIn return for the bringing up of children or for a coming birth?Old manI only know this: he was preparing to sacrifice an ox.OrestesWith how many men? Or alone with his slaves?Old manNo Argive was there, but a band of his own servants.