A l e x a n d e r t h e G r e a t 18 (Alexander to the Persian envoy): Alexander: Inform Draius that I have no desire for peace. The territories we conquered, rather all the territories under his rule will soon be spoils of war in the hands of my army. The borders between our empires will be dictated by war shortly. Persian Envoy: Since Alexander is bent on war, may you allow me to leave to inform King Darius of such in order that the matter is not a hoax. (Alexander claps and the Hajib enters. Alexander instructs him): Alexander: The Persian envoy may be allowed to leave immediately, together with the other ambassadors and envoys of Darius’ that we have kept. (The Persian envoy exits with the Hajib) Alexander: He say ‘hoax’! This peace proposal is the real hoax. (The Hajib enters and says): Hajib: My Lord! The Intelligence officer is at your door.
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