human
Ah, what matter? she said.
gpt
It is only one woman more, against so much. What is past, is past, Monsieur. Once down, a woman does not rise.
human
You forget history,--you forget the thief upon the cross!
gpt
The thief on the cross was not a woman. No, I am guilty beyond hope!
human
Rather, you are only mad beyond reason, Madam. I shall not go so long as you feel thus,--although God knows I am no confessor.
gpt
I confessed to you,--told you my story, so there could be no bridge across the gulf between us. My happiness ended then.
human
It is of no consequence that we be happy, Madam. I give you back your own words about yon torch of principles.