human
So you're going, my Lady, to a dance to-night, as my Lord says? quoth Titmouse, respectfully;
gpt
We regret that you do not accompany us, Mr. Titmouse,
human
Should have been most uncommon proud to have gone, please your Ladyship, replied Titmouse, as a servant brought him a cup of tea.
gpt
These cups and saucers, my Lady, come from abroad, I suppose? Now, I dare say, though they've _rather_ a funny look, they cost a good deal?
human
I really do not know, sir; I believe we have had them some time.
gpt
Are you fond of music, Mr. Titmouse?
human
Very, indeed, my Lord; is your Lordship?
gpt
I am rather fond of _vocal_ music, sir--of the opera.
human
Do you play upon any instrument, Mr. Titmouse? inquired Lady Cecilia, with a smile lurking about her lips, which increased a little when Titmouse replied in the negative;--but added that, he had once begun to learn the _clarionet_ some years before, but could not manage the notes.
gpt
Excuse me, my Lady, but what an uncommon fine piano that is! said he.--
human
If I may make so bold, will your Ladyship give us a tune?
gpt
I dare say Miss Macspleuchan will play for you, Mr. Titmouse, if you wish it,
human
I shall feel great pleasure, sir, in playing for you, if you wish it,