**Socrates:** So, you have something to tell me about one of my disciples?
**Man:** Yes, sir. It's something I heard, and I'm not sure if it's true.
**Socrates:** Well, let's start with what you heard.
**Man:** I heard that he's been saying some things that are not true.
**Socrates:** Can you give me an example?
**Man:** Well, I heard that he said that the gods don't exist.
**Socrates:** That's a serious accusation. Are you sure he said that?
**Man:** Yes, sir. I'm sure.
**Socrates:** Well, if he said that, then he's either lying or he's mistaken. And if he's mistaken, then it would be helpful for him to know the truth. So, I think it would be a good idea to talk to him about this.
**Man:** But what if he's lying?
**Socrates:** Then we'll have to deal with that when the time comes. But for now, let's just focus on finding out the truth.
**Man:** Okay, sir. I'll talk to him.
**Socrates:** Thank you. And remember, if he's lying, then he's not only harming himself, but he's also harming the other disciples. So, it's important to get to the bottom of this.
**Man:** I understand, sir.
**Socrates:** Good. Now, go and talk to him.
**Man:** Yes, sir.
**Socrates:** (to himself) I hope he's telling the truth. But if he's not, then we'll have to deal with that as well.
**[The man leaves. Socrates is left alone, deep in thought.]**
**Socrates:** (to himself) I wonder what he's going to say. I hope he's telling the truth. But if he's not, then we'll have to deal with that as well.
**[Socrates pauses for a moment, then continues.]**
**Socrates:** (to himself) But even if he is lying, is it really worth getting involved? After all, what if he's just trying to get attention? Or what if he's just confused? In the end, it might be more trouble than it's worth.
**[Socrates pauses again, then shakes his head.]**
**Socrates:** (to himself) No, I can't just ignore this. If he's lying, then he needs to be stopped. And if he's mistaken, then he needs to be corrected. Either way, I need to talk to him.
**[Socrates stands up and walks over to the door.]**
**Socrates:** (to himself) I'll just have to be careful. I don't want to make things worse.
**[Socrates opens the door and steps outside.]**
**[The end.]**