These two divinities wearied of their power in the course of time, and called their son Erebus (Darkness) to their assistance. […] Accompanied by their mother, Telephassa, they immediately set out on their journey, inquiring of all they met if they had seen their sister. […] In silence the fair weavers worked, and their webs grew apace under their practised fingers. […] Then, satisfied with their work, the sisters departed, leaving Psyche alone to carry out their evil suggestions. […] But as soon as Danaus’ daughters were quite certain their husbands were fast asleep, they produced their daggers and slew their mates.