There is not a moment to be lost, however, if you would reach the king's presence before you are arrested.' 'But I am innocent!' I cried.
'I know it,' M.d'Agen answered, 'and can prove it.

But if you cannot get speech of the king innocence will avail you nothing.

You have powerful enemies.

Come without more ado, M.de Marsac, I pray,' he added.
His manner, even more than his words, impressed me with a sense of urgency; and postponing for a time my own judgment, I hurriedly thanked him for his friendly offices.

Snatching up my sword, which lay on a chair, I buckled it on; for Simon's fingers trembled so violently he could give me no help.