If Carl comes home with a tree on his spine, it's his own concern.

Why _I_ should have to endure all this, however, I can't for the life of me see.

I've one consolation anyway.

A good part of my life's over.

Death will be a welcome relief after what _I've_ gone through!" Shrugging as the window closed Carl drove on rapidly down the driveway.
It pleased him to ride madly with the wind and storm.