now tinuviel was very much afraid , but she made as bold an answer as she was able , saying : `` that know i , my lord '' -- and this pleased the old cat greatly , for he was in truth only tevildo 's doorkeeper -- `` but i would indeed of your goodness be brought to tevildo 's presence now -- nay , even if he sleeps , '' said she , for the doorkeeper lashed his tail in astonished refusal .