human
Is it true, Miss Florence, that you're going away?
gpt
Yes, Jane,
human
It's a shame, so it is! I didn't think your uncle would be so hard-hearted.
gpt
He is disappointed because I won't marry my Cousin Curtis.
human
I don't blame you for it, miss. I never liked Mr. Waring. He isn't half good enough for you.
gpt
I say nothing about that, Jane; but I will not marry a man I do not love.
human
Nor would I, miss. Where are you going, if I may make so bold?
gpt
I don't know, Jane,
human
But you can't walk about the streets.
gpt
A trusty friend is going to call for me at eight o'clock; when he comes admit him.
human
It is a--a young gentleman?
gpt
You wouldn't call him such. He is a boy, a poor boy; but I think he is a true friend. He says he will find me a comfortable room somewhere, where I can settle down and look for work.
human
Are you going to work for a living, Miss Florence?
gpt
I must, Jane.
human
It's a great shame--you, a lady born.
gpt
No, Jane, I do not look upon it in that light. I shall be happier for having my mind and my hands occupied.
human
What work will you do?
gpt
I don't know yet. Dodger will advise me.
human
Who, miss?
gpt
Dodger.
human
Who is he?
gpt
It's the boy I spoke of.
human
Shure, he's got a quare name.
gpt
Yes; but names don't count for much. It's the heart I think of, and this boy has a kind heart.
human
Have you known him long?
gpt
I saw him yesterday for the first time.
human
Is it the young fellow who was here last night?
gpt
Yes.
human
He isn't fit company for the likes of you, Miss Florence.
gpt
You forget, Jane, that I am no longer a rich young lady. I am poorer than even you. This Dodger is kind, and I feel that I can trust him.
human
If you are poor, Miss Florence, said Jane, hesitatingly,
gpt
Thank you, Jane, said Florence, gratefully.
human
I thought I had but one friend. I find I have two----
gpt
Then you'll take the money? I'll go right up and get it.
human
No, Jane; not at present. I have twenty dollars in my purse, and it will last me till I can earn more.
gpt
But, miss, twenty dollars will soon go,
human
If I find that I need the sum you so kindly offer me, I will let you know, I promise that.
gpt
Thank you, miss.
human
It's from Mr. Curtis' room,
gpt
Go and see what he wants.
human
Mr. Curtis asked me if you were still here, she explained,