human
Dear Rudolph, she said, as she took Elizabeth’s hand,
gpt
she continued, turning to Elizabeth,
human
With all my heart, replied Elizabeth.
gpt
But I shall play timidly, for there are two formidable powers to oppose me,—the gloomy heavens, and the favourable expectations that you have awakened of my performance.
human
Pray allow me to excuse myself for an hour, said the baroness, as she collected her working materials and arose;
gpt
I should like to drive out with Bella,—it is so long since the poor child has taken the air.
human
Really, I should suppose that she could easily take it here at any time, by simply putting her head out of the window,
gpt
Heavens! are you unwilling, Rudolph, that I should take a drive? I will instantly remain at home, if——
human
I can conceive of no reason why I should be unwilling. Drive as often and as much as you like,
gpt
We have decided, then, to take coffee in my room. I shall not stay out long, on account of the mist. I shall be back punctually in an hour, and shall depend upon the pleasure of conducting you to my room myself, dearest Helene.
human
That pleasure you must resign, said Herr von Walde.
gpt
It has been my office for many years, and I hope my sister does not think me grown too awkward during my absence to discharge it.
human
Most certainly not, dear Rudolph; I shall be greatly obliged, if you will be so kind,