human
Well, how are you getting on?
gpt
Oh, I don't know. This with much depression.
human
Nonsense. What are you out of heart about? Davis sticks by you, I'm sure.
gpt
Yes, he's a very good old chap. But what's a fellow to do when the heads are against him?
human
Why do you think they are?
gpt
Well, Thornton was up yesterday, and I could see by the way he looked at me.
human
What rubbish, Clive! You go steadily on, and never mind looks.
gpt
Don't you think it matters?
human
Not a brass farthing. Have you heard from your people at Rome?
gpt
Yes, I got a letter from Kitty last night.
human
Well?
gpt
Oh, nothing particular. Oliver's there. I say, there _must_ be something he could explain if one saw him. He couldn't have the brass!
human
Does Miss Masters mention anyone else?
gpt
No, I don't think she does.
human
Not--the Leytons?
gpt
Didn't notice it. Are you going down to Worthing again?
human
Yes, I am. To-morrow perhaps,