human
But you have not promised to visit Uncle Castleman's house when he invites you,
gpt
I gladly promise,
human
That brings me to the third promise I desire, said Yolanda.
gpt
I want you to give me your word that you will not leave Burgundy within one month from this day, unless I give you permission.
human
I cannot grant you that promise, Fräulein,
gpt
Ah, but you must, you shall, cried Yolanda, desperately clutching his huge arms with her small hands and clinging to him.
human
I will scream, I will waken the town. I will not leave you, and you shall not shake me off till I have your promise. I may not give you my reasons, but trust me, Max, trust me. Give me your unquestioning faith for once. I am not a fool, Max, nor would I lie to you for all the world, in telling you that it is best for you to give me the promise. Believe me, while there may be risk to me in what I ask, it is best that you grant it, and that you remain in Peronne for a month--perhaps for two months, unless I sooner tell you to go.
gpt
I may not give you the promise you ask, Fräulein, answered Max, desperately.
human
You must know how gladly I would remain here forever.
gpt
I believe truly you want to stay, she answered demurely,
human
I may not think of myself or my own desires, Fräulein, he answered.
gpt
Like the lady of Burgundy, I was shackled at my birth.
human
The lady of Burgundy is ever in your mind, Yolanda retorted sullenly.
gpt
You would give this promise quickly enough were she asking it--she with her vast estate.