human
We will talk no more of it just now.
gpt
Well, Scoutbush, any letters from town?
human
Yes.
gpt
You have heard what has happened at D---- Barracks?
human
Yes.
gpt
You had better take care then, that the like of it does not happen here.
human
Here?
gpt
Yes. I'll tell you all presently. Have you heard from head-quarters?
human
Yes; all right,
gpt
A11 right? asked Valencia.
human
Then you are not going?
gpt
Ay, but I am! Orders to join my regiment by the first of October, and to be shot as soon afterwards as is fitting for the honour of my country. So, Miss Val, you must be quick in making good friends with the heir-at-law; or else you won't get your bills paid any more.
human
Oh, dear, dear!