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