human
Ho! So this is our candidate? So! he exploded.
gpt
I am glad, Mr. McGowan, to shake your hand, and perhaps we'd better do it now, for we might not so desire when the grilling is over. So!
human
I'm glad to see you again,
gpt
Again? echoed the man, his mirth suddenly controlled by well-feigned astonishment.
human
Again?
gpt
Have you so soon forgotten how strongly you opposed me last year when I was up before the New York Presbytery for ordination?
human
So? Really so? Ah! Yes. I do remember, now that you call it to mind. That probably accounts for the familiarity of your face. But I did not oppose you for personal reasons, I assure you. It was because of your radical theological beliefs. I do not allow personal reasons to enter into my religious activities.
gpt
But why should you have personal reasons for not wishing to see me ordained?
human
Just so! Just so! I did not mean to say I had any. But, as you doubtless remember, my brethren overruled my objections, and although I greatly regret the theological laxity of our Presbytery, I am willing to abide by the decision of the majority. So!