human
Will Mr. Elmendorf kindly drop in at the Lambert Library when he has finished luncheon? I have to take the three P.M. train back to Sheridan, and desire five minutes' conversation relative to affairs at the study as I found them this morning, was all the major wrote, but it was nearly half-past one before that boy returned with the answer. There was no telephone at the Allisons', for the millionaire had long since ordered it out, finding his home peace broken up by incessant summonses from all manner of people. Cranston waited impatiently, and meant to upbraid the boy.
gpt
It wasn't my fault, sir: the gentleman was at lunch and wouldn't write until he had finished,
human
Mr. Elmendorf deeply regrets that an important engagement in a distant quarter of the city will render it impossible to meet Major Cranston as proposed. If the major will kindly write his suggestions they will receive all consideration and prompt acknowledgment.
gpt
And it had taken Elmendorf, said Cranston, wrathfully,
human
Mr. Wells, I've got to write quite a letter and do it quick, said he, entering the office.
gpt
Can I impose upon your good nature here?
human
Why, certainly, major. Miss Wallen will type it for you as fast as you can talk it,
gpt
Oh, I didn't mean that, the major began;
human
Miss Wallen can write a dozen copies at once, if you wish, said Wells;
gpt
Then if the young lady will be so kind, said Cranston, bowing courteously,
human
I should be most glad to avail myself. Making no reply, the girl deftly fitted the sheets to the roller and waited expectant.
gpt
Don't go, Mr. Wells. I assure you there is no need,
human
I've got to; it's my dinner-hour. Miss Wallen goes at twelve, and I after her return. If there's anything the office can do for you, don't hesitate to ask.
gpt
Chicago, June--, 1894, began the major. There was an instant of swift-clicking keys and a pause for more.
human
June--, 1894,
gpt
Yes, sir, I have that.
human
Already? I didn't suppose it could be done so fast. Do I give you the address now?
gpt
If you please.
human
Mr. Max Elmendorf, he began.
gpt
Shall I spell it for you?
human
Excuse me, she said.
gpt
I am ready now.
human
You found the heat very trying, I fear, said the major.
gpt
Pray do not attempt this if you are tired after your walk. It can wait as well as not.
human
It is something that doesn't have to be done to-day?
gpt
Certainly not, if the sun has been too much for you. Has it?
human
It isn't the sun, finally replied Miss Wallen,