I do not suppose it will come to that, but it is possible.

I need not say that I trust there may be nothing of the kind, but I cannot be sure.

It is on the cards.' 'I think that is a hard judgment.

Do you mean to say that you believe that woman's statement not only against mine, but against the whole tenor of my life and character ?' 'No; I do not believe the woman's statement.

If I did, I should not be talking to you now.