human
I been expectin' it, observed the landlady.
gpt
It's been comin'. She ain't been feedin' herself right. I ain't complainin', y' understand; she's paid her bills--so far, anyhow. I hope to goodness it ain't contagious. I got my house to think about. If it's contagious----
human
Go down and telephone for a doctor,
gpt
It's a good thing she's got a friend. If she has to go to a hospital----
human
Where is the telephone?
gpt
Oh, I'll go. I'll send for my own doctor, too. There isn't anybody better. I'll ask him if it's contagious and----
human
Don't be a bit frightened, said Mary.
gpt
I don't believe you're very sick. Keep still and I'll undress you.
human
It--it isn't just being sick, said Miss Norcross weakly.
gpt
I'm not afraid of that. It's the job--the money. I need it so. Oh, please--don't bother. I can take off my own shoes.
human
Keep still, ordered Mary.
gpt
We'll have the doctor very soon.
human
Doctor! moaned the patient.
gpt
That's more money.
human
Stop talking about money. Be quiet. Would you like a drink of water?
gpt
I've got to talk about money! she exclaimed.
human
Why, I haven't even five dollars to my name.
gpt
There, there, my dear, said Mary.
human
Don't let it worry you. Neither have I.