I refuse to be a willing sacrifice.

'So was Bill Sikes' dog!' What do you think of that, Bel ?" The Harvester arose and turned to go.
"What if this thing attempts to fly ?" she asked.
"Your pardon," said the Harvester.

"If the emperor moves, slide the lid over the box a few seconds, until he settles and clings quietly again, and then slowly draw it away.

If you are careful not to jar the table heavily he will not go for hours yet." Again he turned.
"If there is no danger, why do you leave the dog ?" "For company," said the Harvester.

"I thought you would prefer an animal you are not afraid of to a man you are.