“‘Because no one will carry it for me, your honor.’
“‘Why do you not sell it and be rid of it, ninny?’
“‘Few are rich enough to buy it, your honor.’
“‘How much money is it worth?’
“‘Two thousand pieces of gold, your honor.’
“‘Are you crazy?’ cried the Mayor. ‘Why is it so valuable?’
“‘It is a Talking-Saddle, your honor.’
“‘What does it say?’
“‘Everything, your honor. It warns, it predicts, and it gives advice.’
“‘Let it talk for me,’ said the Mayor, full of curiosity.