A letter written to Anigone from Ismene trying to talk her out of burying their brother

Dear Antigone, I write to you because I am concerned about your intention to bury Polynices. When you came to me and requested that I assist you in this criminal endeavor I was flabbergasted that you would even think to defy King Creon. In my opinion it is a foolhardy idea. I understand why you may feel compelled to give our brother a proper burial. I loved Polynices as much as you; however, if you …

…my life would be meaningless. Our two brothers and our parents are gone. My dear sister, you are all that I have left. Antigone, I beg you to reconsider burying Polynices. Do not jeopardize your own life for someone dead and gone. Ponder the pros and cons of the situation and hopefully you will realize, as I have, that it is best to leave the fate of Polynices's body to the gods. With Love, Ismene