human
Aw, Nils, I can't dance. My feet are too big; I look silly.
gpt
Don't be thinking about yourself. It doesn't matter how boys look.
human
Good for you, Nils. I've been trying to get hold of him. They dance very nicely together; I sometimes play for them.
gpt
I'm obliged to you for teaching him. There's no reason why he should grow up to be a lout.
human
He'll never be that. He's more like you than any of them. Only he hasn't your courage. From her slanting eyes Clara shot forth one of those keen glances, admiring and at the same time challenging, which she seldom bestowed on any one, and which seemed to say,
gpt
Yes, I admire you, but I am your equal.