human
There is an antagonism between your statements, Oscar Parton said, addressing John Darknight.
gpt
They do not harmonize as I would like to see them do.
human
Just as if you expected to hear that cunning forest trollop----
gpt
Please be sparing with your epithets, Mr. Darknight. Do not forget that you are in the presence of ladies,
human
Yes, sir, was the tart rejoinder, accompanied with a quick, angry glance at Kate.
gpt
Yes, sir! I will, for I am a gentleman; but I was saying that you seem to have expected a confirmation of my truthful charges from the accused herself. I know her but too well, and many a poor white man and his little family have tasted death in the Maumee through her treachery. But if you wish to test it, I shall not stand between. When John Darknight's words of warning can be brushed aside by the lies of a girl like that one, it is high time for him to betake himself away. You will repent soon enough. Trust the witch and get to Wayne, _if you can_!
human
How do you know that we believe the girl?
gpt
How do I know anything? was the snappish answer.
human
Do you suppose that I am blind, and a dunce in the bargain? Warm the viper in your bosoms, and, as you deserve perhaps, let it sting you to death.