human
My lord, you have served the King too well,
gpt
Oh, nothing to boast of—a little here and there, to keep our walls secure. Tell me, is there to be a battle to-day? I’m good for a gallop yet, if the battle does not last too long.
human
There’s no chance of it at this late hour. They saw our weakness from the hill, and yet would not attack. They’re tired out, I think, as we are.
gpt
Good, said Newcastle, with his gentle laugh.
human
For my part, I shall claim an old man’s privilege—to step into my coach and smoke a pipe or two, and then get off to sleep. I shall be ready when you need me.
gpt
Would my hound, Boye, disturb you? asked Rupert, turning after he had said good-night.
human
I like to have him out of harm’s way at these times.
gpt
Is he a good sleeper?
human
With a friend, the staunchest sleeper that I know.