human
Well, what is it?
gpt
Your majesty, cried MacDonald jubilantly,
human
I think I have found a method of escape, and that without in any way impugning our pledges.
gpt
Oh, is that all, said the king, with the air of snubbing too enthusiastic a courtier.
human
I thought the house was on fire.
gpt
And I thought, your majesty, returned MacDonald,
human
Why have you returned so unexpectedly to the phrase, your majesty?
gpt
Because, your majesty, answered MacDonald laughing,
human
I do not understand you.
gpt
It is to make myself understood that I have come so hurriedly. I beg then to inform your majesty, that Miss MacLeod has consented to become my wife. I have spoken to her father, who has somewhat grudgingly and conditionally given his consent. It occurred to me that if I wedded the daughter of your gaoler, I may have enough influence with the family to secure your majesty's release.
human
I have no doubt, said the king,