He belongs to Miss Alden." "Oh, indeed," began Miss Wildmere, hastily, yet coldly; "I wouldn't think of it, then." "She would lend him to you readily, if it were safe; but only an expert should ride that horse.

As it is, I shall run him four or five miles before I let her mount him.

He is awfully high-strung and a little vicious.

I'll get you a quiet, safe lady's horse, suitable for a beginner.

You will soon acquire confidence and skill.