human
I have much pleasure in this introduction, said his grace, offering her an arm the instant that their hands met.
gpt
I would like much to talk with you, so honor me by promenading with me in the conservatory. In the first place, what was that extraordinary piece which you played?
human
I do not know--was I playing?
gpt
Is it possible that it was an impromptu?
human
I--pardon me, your grace--I was playing without thinking.
gpt
Do you know what it suggested to me? A battle-field--the retreat of the conquered--darkness--treachery, and _murder_.
human
My lord duke, what day of the month is this?
gpt
The first of September.
human
You are certainly distressed by something, Miss Walsingham. Let me be of service to you?
gpt
You can be of service to me, your grace. You can allow me to retire, and make some apology for me to Lady Julie which will not alarm her.
human
You will return to me?
gpt
Not to-night.