"Put it into my hands." "You are very kind, but that is hardly possible.

In the first place, you are, as you said just now, almost my brother; you are about to marry my sister.

That alone disqualifies you; it casts doubts on your impartiality.

And if it didn't, it would be enough for me that I strongly suspect you of disapproving of the affair.

You would try to prevent a meeting." "Of course I should," said Newman.