"Is what you said to us about your return to honest courses sincere?"
"Put me on my trial."
"That is what I intend to do; but reflect ere answering. Do you really intend to be of service to us?"
"I do."
"Whatever may happen?"
"Whatever may happen, and whatever the consequence may be of what you ask of me."
"That will do. I warn you that, in all probability, you will be exposed to serious perils."
"I have told you that my resolution is formed; speak, therefore, without further hesitation."
"Listen to me, then."
"I am doing so. Have no fear of finding me recoil, so cut it short."