human
Did I keep you long? she said, as he helped her in.
gpt
I hurried as much as I could. And if you, or the old man, will be here to-morrow at half-past four, I should like to cross again: it saves me such a long walk. And I'll be _sure_ to bring the money.
human
You didn't keep me--that is, waiting--at all, he answered dreamily;
gpt
Very well, she said contentedly, as she settled herself among the cushions, which in her absence he had arranged for her greater comfort, adding,
human
What a very nice boat you have! I don't see how you keep it so neat and fresh, taking so many people across, and being out, as I suppose you must be, in all sorts of weather.
gpt
It's a new boat, he said hurriedly,
human
--for the horrible idea occurred to him that she might think he was anxious about his fare.
gpt
I haven't named her yet, and I thought, perhaps, _as_ you're my first fare, you'd let me name her after you,--for luck, you know.
human
Is that considered lucky? she asked innocently,
gpt
If it is, of course you may. My name is Rosamond; but it seems to me that's rather long for a boat. Suppose you call her the Rose. Papa--my father, I mean--used to call me that oftener than Rosamond, and--one or two other people do yet.
human
I don't think Rosamond would be too long, he said thoughtfully,
gpt
Why, yes, I suppose so.