| Three Greek Warriors stand in the early morning mist at the edge of Athens. |
| "By Zeus! Where is he?" exclaims the officer, as his men nod in agreement. "Hermes would be ashamed." |
| "Ho! I think I spoke too soon, for I hear the clap of horse's hooves approaching." |
| The charioteer arrives and hands his message to the nearest warrior. |
| "Sorry brothers," the charioteer said apologetically, "I had some problems between here and Thebes." |
| The charioteer hastily hands over his message, and as quickly, is away to his next destination. "Zeus be with you brother". |
