human
Where is Mr. Askew? Why did he not bring you back?
gpt
He did, Lady James, as far as the lift. He is now writing a letter in the smoking-room.
human
And so will forget that I asked him to luncheon. Please remind him, dear; or, better, tell the waiter to bring him up. M. Demetrius is coming also.
gpt
Dr. Demetrius! Joan paused in her exit.
human
I did not know that he was in Paris, Lady James.
gpt
Nor did I until an hour ago. Don't lose time, dear. Mr. Askew may go, and I particularly wish him to stay.
human
You approve of a full table, madame?
gpt
There is safety in numbers,
human
For M. Demetrius?
gpt
I fear you will think me dull, M. Aksakoff, but I do not understand.