human
I think I'll have a cigarette,
gpt
Whatever's the matter, Jack? whispered Nessa.
human
Your hand shakes like anything and you're looking awful.
gpt
Nothing to what I'm feeling. I'm afraid it's all up. I can't tell you all about it now. Just shake hands with me and trot back to the waiting-room. If you see me stopped--wait till the train has actually started, of course--make a bee line back to the von Reblings. If it's all right, I'll beckon to you.
human
But if there's any trouble why should I leave you in it alone?
gpt
Let me be boss now. If you're with me, you may never get away at all; and if you're not, it may only mean a postponement. Be a good sort. Good-bye, Miss Caldicott;
human
I'd rather be with you,