human
I know you're not awfully keen about this picnic, she was saying to the others,
gpt
But I don't see why you're so anxious for this picnic just to-day, grumbled Carol.
human
It's blazing hot getting there, and we could have a much more comfortable lunch at home and go for our swim this afternoon.
gpt
Yes, and I was planning to do a lot of work in the house this morning, added Sue, discouragingly.
human
I wanted to rearrange my room and make that new waist for which Mother gave me the material. I hate to have things so upset.
gpt
Look here! exploded the Imp.
human
Didn't I make all the sandwiches and pack the lunch-basket and do every blessed thing for this picnic before you were even out of bed? Do be a little grateful, just for once. I had a reason, and a precious good one, for wanting to get off by ourselves to-day. I want to talk over something with you.
gpt
What is it?
human
Oh, yes, scolded the Imp,
gpt
Oh, go on, Imp! soothed Carol.
human
You can't blame us for being a little grumpy on this hot morning. Have you found out something new?
gpt
I'll tell you after we've had our swim,