Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
Anil requested the manager to let him complete the project.
1
Anil says the manager, "Let me complete the project."
2
Anil said to the manager, "Let me complete the project."
3
Anil asked the manager, "Let me complete the project."
4
Anil said to the manager, "I should complete the project."
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