human
My daughter! he exclaimed.
gpt
Sir, your very question is an insult.
human
Forgive me, he said mildly;
gpt
I will tell you frankly all that I know. I am acquainted with the count's sister. I have some little influence over her. It was she who informed me that the count had come here, bent upon discovering your refuge, and resolved to wed your daughter. This is the danger of which I spoke. And when I asked your permission to aid in forestalling it, I only intended to suggest that it might be wise to find some securer home, and that I, if permitted to know that home, and to visit you, could apprise you from time to time of the count's plans and movements.
human
Sir, I thank you sincerely, said Riccabocca, with emotion;
gpt
I doubt it. Many people have visited the squire in the shooting season, who will have heard of you,--perhaps seen you, and who are likely to meet the count in London. And Frank Hazeldean, too, who knows the count's sister--
human
True, true interrupted Riccabocca.
gpt
I see, I see. I will consider, I will reflect. Meanwhile you are going to Hazel dean. Do not say a word to the squire. He knows not the secret you have discovered.
human
At all times command and rely on me,