human
Now I _wouldn't_ mind it so much if I was you, you know, he resumed, in a confidential tone.
gpt
Where's the good of making a time when things can't be helped? I'm going to sail for America the day after to-morrow, in a great, nasty, tarry ship, and I _would_ like to see you in good spirits before I go. It would make it a great deal nicer if I thought you weren't taking on.
human
Lord bless me,
gpt
Going to America, are you?--to-morrow?
human
Why--a--no, sir--that is, yes, ma'am,