human
Ah, but it will be magnificent, that tomb under the dome of our own San Nicolò! It will stand on the precious mosaic pavement from Alexandria, on columns of ivory chased with gold. Dama Margherita hath seen the design which hath been made for her Majesty by the curator of our library of art.
gpt
I also, said the little Contarini, timidly, for she was proud of the favor of the Queen whom she devotedly loved:
human
It was most beautiful; and the Serenissima la Regina held it long, as if she could not put it away.
gpt
Speak no more thereof; for word hath come but now that the request of her Majesty hath been denied.
human
It could not be, when she so grieveth! They have no hearts--those _frati_ of Santa Soffia!
gpt
The Queen will not endure this refusal without reason!
human
There was no reason that should be told, their informer whispered low to one of them.
gpt
For love of the Queen, hush the topic.