human
Hans, my dear brother! he said as they clasped hands.
gpt
When came you? and have you had to eat since? How left you all at home?
human
I came but now, and have left all well, God be thanked, said Hans.
gpt
I have not yet eaten, for I wished to see you first. I will now go and break bread, and we can meet in the evening, when you are at large.
human
That is right, as you alway are. Where meet we? under West Gate?
gpt
Methinks, Mr Louvaine, it were pity to snatch the crust from an hungry man. Go you now with your brother, until he make an end of his supper; then return here in time to make up accounts and close. If this gentleman be the steady and sober man that his looks and your words promise, you can bring him hither to your chamber for the night.
human
I thank you right heartily, Master. He is sober as Mr Vice-Chancellor, and good as an angel,