[He perceives the king. Thoas: None in my presence with impunity His naked weapon wears! Thoas: Iphigenia: Do not profane Diana's sanctuary with rage and blood. In him revere the king, my second father! Iphigenia: Orestes: Will he permit our peaceable return? Orestes: Iphigenia: Thy gleaming sword forbids me to reply. Iphigenia: [Enter Pylades, followed by Arkas, with drawn swords Pylades Arkas Pylades: Do not delay, our friends are putting forth Their final strength! Pylades: Arkas: They yield; their ship is ours! Arkas: Thoas: Let none annoy the foe while we confer. Thoas: [Arkas retires. Arkas