After the feast
CalliclesSo this, Socrates, is how they say one should come in for a share of war and battle.
SocratesWhat—have we come, as the saying goes, after the feast, and are we late?
CalliclesYes, and a most urbane feast at that: Gorgias displayed many fine things to us only a little while ago.
SocratesThat, though, Callicles, is the fault of Chaerephon here: he compelled us to spend our time in the marketplace.
ChaerephonIt’s no matter, Socrates: I’ll be the one to cure it, too. Gorgias is my friend, so he’ll give us a display—now, if it seems good, or some other time, if you want.
CalliclesWhat’s this, Chaerephon? Does Socrates desire to hear Gorgias?
ChaerephonWhy, that’s the very thing we’re here for.
CalliclesThen come to my house whenever you want: Gorgias is staying with me, and he’ll give you a display.