They say a snake won't strike you if you hold your breath.

Its nonsense, but I was trying it....

What is that ring I feel on your hand ?" "A signet; my father's." He removed it from his little finger, tried it on all of hers.
"Is it too large ?" "It's a little loose....

You don't wish me to wear it, do you ?...

Your _father's_?
I'd rather not....