"All right."
"It is possible those burglars may visit our house to-night."
"Yes, it is possible, not probable. I tell you now I am only exercising due precaution, I do not really anticipate a visit from the housebreakers."
"I do."
"You have a reason for your conclusion?"
"I have."
"What is it?"
"Never mind; but I wish to make a request."
"Proceed."
"If the robbers do enter our house, the moment you spring upon them they will attempt to escape of course."