human
Are you the applicant for the position of governess?
gpt
Yes, Mrs. Leighton,
human
Have you taught before?
gpt
Very little, answered Florence, smiling to herself, as she wondered what Mrs. Leighton would say if she could see Dodger, the only pupil she ever had.
human
However, I like teaching, and I like children.
gpt
Pardon me, but you don't look like a governess, Miss----
human
Linden, suggested Florence, filling out the sentence.
gpt
Do governesses have a peculiar look?
human
I mean as to dress. You are more expensively dressed than the average governess can afford.
gpt
It is only lately that my circumstances required me to support myself. I should not be able to buy such a dress out of my present earnings.
human
I am glad to hear you say that, for I do not propose to give a large salary.
gpt
I do not expect one, said Florence, quietly.
human
You consider yourself competent to instruct in music, French and the English branches?
gpt
Oh, yes.
human
Do you speak French?
gpt
Yes, madam.
human
Would you favor me with a specimen of your piano playing?