human
I am looking forward to waiting on them,
gpt
Yes--a very handsome, notable couple. Squire'll be a granfer before he knows where he is.
human
What things you do say, Mr. Yellam!
gpt
Ah-h-h! In my common way, I say what I think, never meaning offence, particularly to young maids, but 'tis a fact Sir Geoffrey is fair aching for grandchildren, the more the merrier. 'Twould be terrible if his house and lands passed to some measly next-of-kin. But we won't think of that.
human
No. Not yet, at any rate.
gpt
I'm in a fair sweat, Miss Fancy.
human
Mercy me! Shall I fetch you a glass of water?
gpt
Figure of speech, miss. It's like this, if you'll excuse me talking of my own affairs.
human
Why, I like that. It's so--so friendly of you, Mr. Yellam.
gpt
I'm standing betwixt the devil and the deep sea.
human
Well, I never!