human
Fanny, I am astonished at you!
gpt
You asked a plain question, Margaret. I should have said nothing if nothing had been asked; but you surely don't wish me to commit myself to a lie?
human
Oh no, no! said Margaret.
gpt
But sisterly love, and--and your own cousin too!
human
I want to say something in private to Betty Vivian; and I would earnestly beg of you, Margaret, not to propose to Mrs. Haddo that Betty should tell her any story until after I have spoken. I have my reasons for doing this; and I do not think, all things considered, that I am really breaking Rule No. I. in adopting this course of action.
gpt
This is most strange!
human
Where and when do you want to speak to me, Fanny?
gpt
I will go with you now,
human
Then I think, said Margaret,
gpt
I don't suppose, Margaret, it is absolutely necessary for me to attend that meeting?
human
Certainly not, Betty. No one is expected to attend who does not wish to.
gpt
You see, I have no difficulties to speak about,
human
Come, Betty,
gpt
Where am I to go to?
human
Out, if you like,
gpt
No, thank you. The day is very cold.
human
Then come to my room with me, will you, Betty?
gpt
No, said Betty,
human
I don't want to go to your room.
gpt
I must see you somewhere by yourself, said Fanny.
human
I have something important to say to you.
gpt
Oh, all right then, said Betty, shrugging her shoulders.
human
Your room will do as well as any other place. Let's get it over.