human
I think you know why I have come,
gpt
No doubt you had mining matters to arrange,
human
I had; they have kept me since the train came in, and I never grudged loss of time so much; but I felt that I required something to steady me before I rowed across. The fact is, I felt extremely anxious.
gpt
Anxious? You knew you would be welcome.
human
To be welcomed as I was sent away didn't seem enough. Andrew held fast the hand she had given him.
gpt
You were very gracious and I knew what I owed to you, but you kept something back, and it was that I wanted. I told you how I had got on in England, but I'm afraid I haven't learned to stand on my own feet yet. You know how you have helped me so far; won't you do so altogether?
human
If I remember, I said it was criticism you needed,
gpt
That or censure; whatever it is, it will be right if it comes from you. Andrew's voice grew tense as he drew her nearer.
human
I ask for the greatest gift; I need you, Geraldine.