human
Eve, I begged,
gpt
Perhaps, she said very gently,
human
There isn't any fear of that! I assured her.
gpt
As I care for you now, Eve, I must care for you always; and you know it's torture for me to think of you in trouble--perhaps in disgrace. As my wife you shall be safe. You'll have me always there to protect you. I should like to take you even farther afield for a time--to India or Japan, if you like--and then come back and start life all over again.
human
You're rather a dear! she murmured softly.
gpt
I will tell you something at any rate. I do care for you--a little--better than I've ever cared for any one else; but I can't decide quite so quickly.
human
Give up this adventure to-night! I begged.
gpt
I hate to mention it, Eve, but if money--I put my checkbook in my pocket to-day. If your father would only--
human
After the things you have told me, she said,
gpt
I don't think I could bear to have him take your money to-day. I can't quite do as you wish; but what you have said shall make a difference, I promise you. I can't say more. Please drive me home now.