The first impulse was to call him back, and contest the equity of his demand; but a moment's reflection showed me the absurdity of such conduct.

I resumed my journey with spirits somewhat depressed.

I have heard of voyagers and wanderers in deserts, who were willing to give a casket of gems for a cup of cold water.

I had not supposed my own condition to be, in any respect, similar; yet I had just given one-third of my estate for a breakfast.
I stopped at noon at another inn.

I counted on purchasing a dinner for the same price, since I meant to content myself with the same fare.