human
You seem even sadder than usual, the lieutenant said to him.
gpt
Because we have so many reasons to weep, may we not laugh once in a while?
human
Yes, laugh, but not play the fool! It's the same insane orgy every year, the same waste of money when there's so much need and so much suffering! But I see! It's the orgy, the bacchanal, that is to still the lamentations of the poor!
gpt
You know I share your opinion, said Don Filipo, half serious, half laughing,
human
Resign!
gpt
Resign! muttered Don Filipo, going on toward the church.
human
Resign? Yes, certainly, if my post were an honor and not a charge.