human
Well, dear, what is it?
gpt
Nothing. I'm coming with you!
human
Thank you, dear, but I'm going a long round. I won't be back until lunch. Better not leave your friends for so long.
gpt
Vere is with them, father. I want to come.
human
What's the matter? Not had a quarrel, have you? Has Vere been--
gpt
No, no, she hasn't! _Nothing_ is the matter, except that I want you, and nobody else. Oh, father, don't be so horribly kind! Scold me--call me a selfish wretch! I know I have neglected you, dear. There was always something to do, and I--forgot, but really and truly I remembered all the time. It isn't nonsense, father, it's true. Can you understand?
human
I've been nineteen myself, Babs; I understand. Don't worry, darling. I missed you, but I was glad that you were happy, and I knew your heart was in the right place. We won't say anything more about it, but have a jolly walk and enjoy ourselves.