Yes, for fear that somehow the poor child would get in your way, and die.AjaxYes, that would have been truly worthy of my destiny.TecmessaWell, at least I took care to avert that disaster.AjaxI approve of your action and of your foresight.TecmessaHow, then, can I serve you, as things stand now?AjaxLet me speak to him and see him face to face.TecmessaOh, yes—he is close by, watched by our servants.AjaxThen why is his presence delayed?