human
Halloa, Hardinge, what the deuce brings you here at this disreputable hour? Come in; it's blasted cold.
gpt
I want to see His Excellency.
human
Surely not just now? He was ailing last evening and retired early. I don't think he would fancy being drummed up before daylight.
gpt
Very sorry, but I must see him.
human
Some little scrape, eh? Want the old gentleman to get you out of it before the town has wind of it,
gpt
Something far more serious, Simpson, I am concerned to say. You know I would not call here at such an hour without the most urgent cause. I really must see the Governor and at once.