human
Boy, is that you?
gpt
Thank goodness!
human
Little wretch! I exclaimed heartily, as I joined the couple ahead.
gpt
How could you go off alone like this with a stranger, perhaps a ruffian (he looks it), without leaving any word for me? You deserve to be shaken.
human
You wouldn't say he looked a ruffian, if you could see his face. I'm sure he's honest. And as for sending word, I didn't care to disturb you and--your Contessa.
gpt
Hang the--no, of course, I don't mean that. Luckily I was in time to catch you, and----
human
Did the Contessa send you after me, or did----
gpt
She doesn't know what's become of you. There was no time for politenesses. You gave me some bad moments, little brute. Now, tell me what you're about.