Let us make haste and go on; I will keep careful watch upon this road towards the east.Second Semi-ChorusAnd I on this one, that leads westward.ElectraThrow a glance sideways.ChorusHere and there, then we are looking back again, as you tell us.
ElectraCast your eyes around, let them see everything, through your tresses.First Semi-ChorusWho is that on the road? Who is this country-man wandering round your house?ElectraAh! friends, we are ruined; he will at once reveal to our enemies the armed ambush.Second Semi-Chorus(Reconnoitring.Calm your fears; the road is not occupied, as you think, my dear.Electra(Turning to the other watchers.)Well? Is your side still secure? Give me a good report, if the space before the court-yard is deserted.First Semi-ChorusAll goes well here; look to your own watch, for no Danaid is approaching us.Second Semi-ChorusYour report agrees with mine; there is no noise here either.ElectraWell then, I will listen in the gateway.Chorus(Calling through the door.)You within the house, why are you delaying to spill your victim’s blood, now that all is quiet?