human
Is that you, Mr. Hotchkiss? What you do with Ike?
gpt
Isn't he at home? He started before I did.
human
He ain't comin' home to-night, an' I was so lonesome that I had to set on the step here to keep myse'f company, said Edie.
gpt
Won't you come in an' rest? I know you must be tired; I got some cold water in here, fresh from the well.
human
No, I'll not stop, replied Mr. Hotchkiss.
gpt
It is late, and I must be up early in the morning.
human
Well, tell me 'bout Ike, said Edie.
gpt
You got 'im in the league all right, I hope?