human
So, then, Bill was saying,
gpt
So, why not go ahead with the job and see what comes of it? That's playing square with Aunt Caroline, I'm sure. Later on, if the time comes when it's all off, we'll go and tell her so and ask for a new deal. How about it? Fair enough?
human
Yes, said Mary, slowly,
gpt
Miss Norcross, I'm the soul of sincerity.
human
If you are really going to try it, then, I suppose you will have need of a secretary.
gpt
My idea exactly, said Bill heartily.
human
Shake.
gpt
I'm glad that's settled, he declared, with a comfortable stretch.
human
Now we can talk about something else.
gpt
Seen the 'Follies' yet? asked Bill.
human
No? Say don't miss it. I've been twice. Think I'll go again, too. Lot of good shows in town, but I'm 'way behind on them.
gpt
I think I had better go to work,
human
Work? Oh, sure; I forgot. Certainly. Er--what at?
gpt
We might start on your correspondence,
human
I'm game. Who'll we write to?
gpt
Why--how should I know, Mr. Marshall? That's for you to say.
human
Hanged if I know who to write to, he mused.
gpt
I never had the habit. I suppose it's done regularly--in society.
human
It is considered quite important to attend promptly to all correspondence,