human
That wasn't being kind, was it? he said gently,
gpt
But I slapped Ray,
human
Well Ray is so little he probably doesn't hold malice, explained Doctor Hugh seriously.
gpt
It is Mrs. Anderson's feelings that are hurt; don't you think you are a little ashamed, Sarah, to know you struck a child so much younger than you are?
human
Go and tell her you are sorry, dearie,
gpt
I won't say I am sorry, because that would be a lie,
human
If you are not sorry you slapped Ray you ought to be, because such an act is the height of discourtesy, declared the doctor.
gpt
However, if you apologize, I don't doubt that will be satisfactory. Go right away, Sarah.
human
I think Mrs. Anderson should apologize to us, announced Sarah with explosive suddenness.
gpt
She came over here telling tales and that is the meanest thing any one can do. You hate tale-bearers, you said so Hugh.
human
What Mrs. Anderson does is no concern of yours, he said testily.
gpt
If you do not go to her house immediately and apologize, Sarah, I'll march you over there and wait while you do it. I've listened to all the argument I intend to.
human
I'll go,