human
I wasn't thinking of that at all, Thayer. The idea would have been an insult both to you and to Beatrix. I know that Beatrix feels she can rely on you to manage Lorimer; but nevertheless it is absolutely out of the question for you to go.
gpt
Why?
human
Your engagements for the winter.
gpt
I have made no engagements yet.
human
Is that a fact?
gpt
As a general rule, I tell the truth,
human
Well, you are sure to make some.
gpt
Perhaps. When I do, it will be time enough for me to keep them.
human
But your reputation!
gpt
What of it?
human
How is it going to stand your burying yourself in the wilderness, just when you have the city at your feet?
gpt
It will have to stand it. It will, if it is worth anything at all.
human
Thayer, you sha'n't! Bobby protested.
gpt
It's Quixotic and idiotic. You sha'n't spoil your own good life for the sake of Lorimer's bad one. He isn't worth it.
human
What about Mrs. Lorimer?