then he asked , `` will you ... '' he paused , `` will you take care of it ? '' i was going to make sure i was the woman in his bed tonight . he stole enough air to bellow , `` never ! '' he walked out the office and to the small apartment . she squeezed his hands once more , but gentler . can i be the one to tell her ? '' in serving me , you serve the circle of prudence , and they will smile upon you should you prove useful . '' 