human
That's not the way to behave in company, my boy; at the table you should sit very still, and not play with the knives and forks.
gpt
Artaban isn't playing, madame; he is juggling at this moment like the East Indians; they call it juggling. They have balls which they toss in the air with great dexterity; having no balls, Artaban uses his knife and fork; it's harder, and more dangerous. But don't be alarmed; Artaban is too skilful to hurt himself.
human
That may be, but he'll hurt me! he'll throw his fork in my face, and the chair was quite enough for me!
gpt
But, madame, I will answer for my son. He's as light-fingered as a monkey!