human
What the devil, says he,
gpt
And safer for you, too! retorted Cady in a loud and threatening tone.
human
A boy's wisdom lies in his silence.
gpt
Johnny Helmer asked a question of me, said I quietly.
human
I replied as best I knew how.
gpt
Yes, and I'll ask a dozen questions if I like! shouted Cady.
human
Don't think to bully me or cast aspersions on my political complexion!
gpt
If, said I,
human
I wear mine on my back,
gpt
You are a damned impudent boy! retorted Cady,
human
And, he added, looking angrily at me,
gpt
Had Sir William lived to see this day in Tryon, I think he, also, would be wearing his regimentals as I do, and to the same purpose.
human
Say as much to Sir John! Go to the Hall and say to Sir John that his father, had he lived, would this day be sending out a district militia call! Tell him that, young cockerel, if you desire a flogging at the guard-house.
gpt
You know more of floggings than do I,