human
Down, Tyr, be quiet; down, I say. Come here, young woman; don't fear, I only wish to speak to you.
gpt
I won't go there; let me alone, for I warn you, I am a desperate woman,
human
Come here, Tyr, it's all right. But what is your trouble? If you will only trust me, I feel sure I can help you,
gpt
Cleveland's winning card,
human
I don't know how it is I feel so nervous to-night, dear, she said, seeing to the window fastenings;
gpt
I am so glad you are with me, but you will find me very doleful.
human
Not a bit of it, Mrs. Gower; I am no relation to an acquaintance of mine, who is not content unless one is making a buffoon of oneself for her especial delectation.
gpt
I fear she would cut my acquaintance in my present mood. I am going to ask you a favor, dear; it is to call me Elaine; I shall feel less alone in this big world, and can talk to you more freely, hearing my Christian name. I dare say it is a childish fancy for a woman of my age, but----
human
But me--no buts. Elaine, we are true friends, and you have some secret trouble which I ought to share, else, what use is my friendship to you; you will tell it me, dear?
gpt
Tell me first, dear, did you recognize anyone in the garden to-night?
human
I did, Elaine.
gpt
God help me, I am driven by the winds, and tossed; I must sleep on it to-night, and if I feel strong enough, tell you all to-morrow.
human
That's right, and to insure your being brave enough, you must take the best tonic, sleep; so let us mount,
gpt
Very well, dear; and the dropping rain shall be my lullaby in wooing the god of slumber.