human
It is true, sir, that I came to your house as a private citizen and as a presumed old friend of your family.
gpt
But since it is plain that my presence in that capacity is distasteful, I will add now that I am also here in my quality as a soldier. The object of my visit is really a military one, and as such I beg you to hear me.
human
Why did you not say so at first? exclaimed M. Belmont with a bitter laugh.
gpt
Mr. Hardinge I do not know. Lieutenant Hardinge I cannot choose but hear. Lieutenant, please step into my parlor.