human
My child, my child! what is the matter with you?
gpt
Nothing, the girl replies, without lifting her downcast eyes.
human
A headache. You can see I meant to go, but I cannot: you must go without me. Give all kinds of affectionate messages to Constance, and tell her how sorry I am.
gpt
My dear child, I cannot go with those people if you are not well, the old lady says, beginning to take off her gloves.
human
No human being could expect me to do that.
gpt
But, grandmother, she replies,
human
Yes, yes, says the grandmother.
gpt
But lie down, at least, my darling.
human
You could not disappoint Constance Mühlberg: you know she depends upon you, she needs your support,
gpt
Yes, that is true,