‘Sounio!’ The lookout’s shout announced the approach to Athens. The young men and women would soon be reunited with their families. Theseus also felt happiness at the thought of seeing his father again. The ship docked at the port of Athens.
Theseus spoke to the captain. ‘When you have made the ship safe, come to my father’s house. It’s not as grand as the Palace of Knossos but you will find the hospitality as good, if not better. You and your crew can eat and rest before your return to Krete. The house is next to the temple of Apollo Delphinium. Anyone will direct you.
As Theseus and his friends walked between the long walls, news of their arrival quickly spread. Damon was the first to arrive and took his side by Theseus. Members of each of the group’s families came running to meet them
