SEVERAL. [In doubt.] You wish to lead us?

LENTULUS. I do.

CETHEGUS. But can you? Such a task requires
The strength and courage of a Catiline.

LENTULUS. I do not lack the courage, nor the strength.
Each to his task! Or will you now turn back,
Now when the moment seems most opportune?
'Tis now or never! All things prophesy
Success for us--

STATILIUS. Good;--we will follow you!

OTHERS. We'll follow you!

GABINIUS. Well, now that Catiline
Forsakes our cause, you are no doubt the man
To lead us in our enterprise.

LENTULUS. Then hear
What plan of action I have outlined. First--

[CATILINE enters hastily.]

CATILINE. Here, comrades, here I am!

ALL. Catiline!