human
If, said he harshly,
gpt
I tried to explain to you exactly how you insult us, it would be wasting my time and yours; and, however much you deserve it, I have no wish to wound your feelings beyond need. Let us come to business. He unlocked a drawer and drew out three bundles of notes.
human
As my farmer you will know better than I the current discount on these. You come from Montreal. At what price was the Government redeeming its paper there?
gpt
Is Monseigneur proposing to pay me the interest on his bonds?
human
To be sure I am.
gpt
I do not ask for it.
human
Devil care I if you ask or not! Count the notes, if you please.