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Long, long ago on the island of Sicily their lived two men named Damon and Pythias. ... When Pythias came to visit Damon, he was surprised to find such a heartless dictator ruling over Sicily. Unfortunately, Pythias and made the mistake of saying in public that he thought Dionysis was a cruel leader. ... ” said Pythias to Damon. ... “I said that your King Dionysis is a cruel leader,” answered Pythias. ... “His name is Pythias. ... Although you are powerful, you are a cruel and foolish king,” said Pythias. ... When Damon heard that his friend Pythias had been thrown into prison, and the severe punishment that was to follow, he was heartbroken. He rushed to the prison and persuaded the guard to let him speak to his friend Pythias. “Oh, Pythias! ... ” said Damon. “Oh Damon, there is nothing you can do to save me. ... ” cried Pythias. Damon had a plan. Pythias could go back to Athens where he lived and say goodbye to his family while Damon took his place in prison. If Pythias did not return, then Damon was to be killed in his place. ... Let Pythias go home for a few days to bid farewell to his wife and daughter. ... Everyone knows that his word can be trusted,” said Damon. ... I am certain Pythias will not return. ... If he does not return, been you may take my life in his place,” said Pythias. “What did you say, Damon? |
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