human
I'm very glad to see you, Mr. Sanders, she said.
gpt
I have sent for you at the suggestion of Judge Vardeman, who is a kinsman of mine by marriage. He is surprised that you and I are not well acquainted; but I tell him that in such sad times as these, it is a wonder that one knows one's next-door neighbours.
human
Give me a firm faith and a light heart, says an ancient writer,
gpt
I have sent for you, Mr. Sanders, said the lady, laughing lightly,
human
Your drummer! exclaimed Mr. Sanders.
gpt
Well, I've been told that I have a way of blowin' my own horn, when the weather is fine and the spring sap is runnin', but as for drummin', I reely hain't got the knack on it.
human
Oh, I only want you to do a little talking here and there, and give out various hints and intimations--you know what I mean. I am anxious to even up matters with a friend of yours, who, I am afraid, isn't any better than he should be.