human
This conduct of your sister's will drive me mad, Goncalo! exclaimed the Count, as soon as they were in the street.
gpt
Her coldness I could have borne; but to see her receiving, with satisfaction, the addresses of another, is unbearable; but I will punish the youth who has had the temerity to rival me. Let us follow him; he is, probably, alone; and, armed but with his dress-sword, we can make short work of the affair.
human
I do not understand you. I cannot seek a quarrel with Don Luis; for he has been of infinite service to my father and sister.
gpt
Boyish scruples! interrupted the Count, fiercely.
human
Let us set upon him at once, as men, and punish him for his audacity, in addressing your sister without your permission.
gpt
Can a friend of mine make such a proposition to me? exclaimed Goncalo.
human
We must have mistaken each other strangely. I have been wild and careless, but I have not become a midnight assassin.
gpt
Your pardon,--I was but joking, said the Count.
human
I thought we might fall in with this Don Luis, and enjoy a little small-sword play; for I confess I have a longing to pink him; but you may stand aloof, and see fair play.
gpt
I have already said, I feel no inclination to force into a quarrel one who has never offended me: if he seeks it, I shall be ready for him. I must, therefore, decline accompanying you.
human
Well, well, I will give up my point. He is not likely to be successful with your sister; so it little matters; though at first I felt annoyed, I confess, at his presumption. Come along with me, for I expect some friends at supper, who will help us to pass the night gaily; and we may then sally forth in search of adventures.