You took my boots and were on the point of throwing them into the river.
If you think such an act by way of revenge was manly and worthy of a soldier, I will not dispute the point.

You must determine that for yourself." "Let me tell you about it, Sam," began Jake in an apologetic voice.
"No, it isn't necessary," replied Sam.

"I know all about it, and it will not help the matter to lie about it.

Listen to me.

You were about to throw the boots into the river; but you changed your mind.