human
So you, too, are waiting for a plunge into the waters of the Holywell?
gpt
You are right, sir; I guess that we shall find the Roman bath cold this morning.
human
You are an American, are you not?
gpt
I am, and therefore, sir, I am a seeker after the curious and ancient things of this city; it is my first morning in London.
human
May I ask how you found out about this ancient bath? It is but little known, even to old Londoners. I often come here for a plunge, but I seldom find any other bathers here.
gpt
Well, sir, I came across an allusion to it in 'David Copperfield,' just before I retired last night, and I looked up the locality in my guide-book.