human
Wythie and Rob, I want you to give us your solemn promise that if ever you think we can be of any use or comfort, you will say so. I don't believe you understand what it has been to us to have you girls take us right into the little grey house and big Grey hearts, and treat us like one of yourselves. It will be downright unkind if you shove us off now, for the first time, and don't let us have the privileges you've accustomed us to. Brothers are not meant only for bright days, you know.
gpt
We would ask you to do anything, Basil; of course we would, said Wythie.
human
There is nothing to be done now.
gpt
But you will consider us comrades of the true sort; not the kind you like only for what you can do for them and to frolic with,
human
said Rob, melodramatically laying her left hand on her heart and extending her right.
gpt
Seriously, boys, she added,