I did not lay the bantling there myself

I may with a safe conscience.

Mysis. I conceive.

Davus. Because, that if

My master chance to put me to my oath

That ’twas not I who laid it there, I may

With a safe conscience swear. (Gives her the child.)

Mysis. I understand.

But pray how came this sudden qualm upon you?

Davus. Nay, but be quick, that you may comprehend