human
Have you discovered some antique? said he, with a smile;
gpt
No, replied Zicci;
human
You are an herbalist?
gpt
I am.
human
It is, I am told, a study full of interest.
gpt
To those who understand it, doubtless. But, continued Zicci, looking up with a slight and cold smile,
human
You have not the politeness of your countrymen, said Glyndon, somewhat discomposed.
gpt
Suppose I were desirous to cultivate your acquaintance, why should you reject my advances?
human
I reject no man's advances, answered Zicci.
gpt
I must know them, if they so desire; but me, in return, they can never comprehend. If you ask my acquaintance, it is yours; but I would warn you to shun me.
human
And why are you then so dangerous?
gpt
Some have found me so; if I were to predict your fortune by the vain calculations of the astrologer, I should tell you, in their despicable jargon, that my planet sat darkly in your house of life. Cross me not, if you can avoid it. I warn you now for the first time and last.
human
You despise the astrologers, yet you utter a jargon as mysterious as theirs. I neither gamble nor quarrel: why then should I fear you?
gpt
As you will; I have done.
human
Let me speak frankly: your conversation last night interested and amused me.
gpt
I know it; minds like yours are attracted by mystery.
human
I see you do not consider me worthy of your friendship be it so. Good day.
gpt
This glorious creature, thought he,
human
You are in danger, said the latter.
gpt
Do not walk home to-night; or if you do, go not alone.