In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.
He glanced at his watch, "And by the way, I must be off."

Options

A. He glanced at his watch and remarked that it was rather late and that he must go.
B. He glanced at his watch and quickly went away saying that he must go.
C. He glanced at his watch and remarked that he must leave at once.
D. He glanced at his watch and hurried away.

Answer

C