"I am going to the West for a couple of months to look after things, and of course accidents may happen.

Claudius may have difficulty in getting what he wants, and I am the only man here who knows all about him.

He satisfied me of his identity.

I will, if you like, sign a statement vouching for him, and leave it in your hands in case of need.
It is all I can do." "In my hands ?" exclaimed Margaret, drawing herself up a little.

"And why in _my_ hands, Duke ?" The Duke got very red indeed this time, and hesitated.