12/13 What! Scratches! Not hurt, I hope--eh? So you've been spilt, eh? Common accident in these parts. Joe--he's asleep again!--Joe, take that horse from the gentlemen, and lead it into the stable.' The fat boy sauntered heavily behind them with the animal; and the old gentleman, condoling with his guests in homely phrase on so much of the day's adventures as they thought proper to communicate, led the way to the kitchen. Emma, bring out the cherry brandy; now, Jane, a needle and thread here; towels and water, Mary. |