But the ears are as reliable as the eyes, and we have heard him declare that he intends to steal." "Intends! Intends! Intentions are not acts." In her deep agitation, she turned upon him with a new demeanor.
"Oh, be merciful!" she cried.

"Give him the benefit of mercy.

Wait till the Assembly is over, and then accuse him.

If you can prove your accusation, then justice can be done.

On the other hand--" "The other hand ?" Again Bale-Corphew's cruel laugh broke from him.