human
Come to my room at the hotel at noon, I wish to see you privately.
gpt
Come in,
human
Sargent, the old man is faint-hearted, and if something is not done to prevent, he will have Alden back here.
gpt
Yes, I noticed he looked like a sick man when he came to the bank this morning. If he should repent, what would you and I do?
human
We must not give him a chance. Will you stand by me in this matter, Sargent? Remember, you are to be cashier.
gpt
Stand by you? Yes, sir; I am with you and can take a hand in anything you suggest.
human
Well, let's shake hands over that. Now let me whisper a few words in your ear.
gpt
By thunder! I never thought of that--but I am your man--that will check things certain.
human
Not a lisp of this, said Mannis;
gpt
The girl shall be mine, he said,