11. D. Never mind that. When I have a good job in view, I never stand for
trifles.
12. S. But it is very slippery; and I am really afraid she will fall and
break your neck.
13. D. Give yourself no uneasiness about that. The mare is certainly
sure-footed; and, besides, you were just now talking of galloping her to
town.
14. S. Well, then, to tell you the plain truth, though I wish to oblige
you with all my heart, my saddle is torn quite in pieces, and I have just
sent my bridle to be mended.