"There is in thy dowar a youth of fair presence, calling himself the son of Arrius; and such he is by adoption.
"He hath a wonderful history, which I will tell thee; come thou to-day or to-morrow, that I may tell thee the history, and have thy counsel.
"Meantime, favor all his requests, so they be not against honor. Should there be need of reparation, I am bound to thee for it.
"That I have interest in this youth, keep thou private.
"Remember me to thy other guest. He, his daughter, thyself, and all whom thou mayst choose to be of thy company, must depend upon me at the Circus the day of the games. I have seats already engaged.
"What should I be, O my friend, but thy friend?
[No. 2.] "Simonides to Sheik Ilderim.
"Out of the abundance of my experience, I send you a word.
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