`Hippocleides`: Once upon a time, two and a half thousand years ago, there was a king named Cleisthenes, who wanted to marry off his only daughter. So he sent his men to all the kingdoms to announce his decision: those who wanted the beautiful princess should gather at his palace; there they would compete and feast, and the king would choose the best in the end. When the princes heard this, they set off for Cleisthenes' palace. Some stood out for their beauty, others for their bravery, others for their lineage, and others for their wealth. But above all, Hippocleides stood out, the foremost noble of Athens, who excelled in beauty and charm. Cleisthenes particularly liked him. [...]