AEGISTHUS: Can anybody here give me some news of strangers who have just arrived from Phocis? There’s a story they have brought us a report about Orestes dying in some accident, shipwrecked in his chariot. What about you? I’m asking you—yes, you—who up to now have been so reckless. It seems to me this news concerns you most of all, so you’re the one who knows the most and thus can best inform me. ELECTRA: I know the details. How could I not know? If I did not, I would be a stranger to the fortunes of a person dear to me. AEGISTHUS: Where are these strangers then? Tell me. ELECTRA: Inside. Their hostess welcomed them with all her heart. AEGISTHUS: Is it true they’re saying he is dead? ELECTRA: Yes. And they have not simply told the story, but have provided evidence, as well. AEGISTHUS: