Transcription: And yet, what could Athens say against a king who strengthened his alliances through marriage? If you marry Ariadne, you do not make friends with Crete. Think on this, Theseus, and remember, I have been the friend of Athens for many years. Before Theseus could respond, the goddess was gone. Theseus turned over, still drowsy. One of the Athenians came into the cabin to wake him. Theseus! Come and speak. Speak with the Creighton woman. She insists we put her ashore.