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When the meat was cleared away I bade Suzanne go to bed, which she did most unwillingly, for knowing the errand of these men she wished to hear our talk. As soon as she was gone I took a seat so that the light of the candles left my face in shadow and fell full on those of the three men-a wise thing to do if one is wicked enough to intend to tell lies about any matter-and said:
"Now, here I am at your service; be pleased to set out the business that you have in hand."