human
As I have said, observed Frank, halting and speaking grimly.
gpt
I have regarded Burnham Putnam as my friend; but if he has done as you claim for the reasons you give he has not shown himself to be very friendly. There is likely to be an understanding between us.
human
That's right, he said.
gpt
He may deny it, but I know I am not off my trolley. He didn't want Piersan to see you work because he was afraid you would show up so well that Pierson would nail you for the regular team.
human
And you think that is why I have been kept in the background so much since the season opened?
gpt
I am dead sure of it.
human
Putnam must have a grudge against me.
gpt
No, Frank; but he has displayed selfishness in the matter. I believe he has considered you a better man than Gordon all along, and he wanted you on the team to use in case he got into a tight corner. That's why he didn't want Pierson to see you work. He didn't want to lose you. But he was forced to use you to-day, and you must have satisfied Pierson that you know your business.
human
Well, Harry, you have thrown light on dark places. To-morrow I will have a little talk with Put about this matter.
gpt
That's right, grinned Harry;