human
Whom have you brought to us, Sir Lyndsay?
gpt
A friend of mine, the Master of Ballengeich; one who can keep his own counsel and who wishes to turn an honest penny.
human
We admit none except those connected with the court,
gpt
Well, in a manner, Ballengeich is connected with the court. He supplies the castle with the products of his farm.
human
That will not do, he said,
gpt
Is not my money as good as another's?
human
No offence is meant to you, sir, as your friend Sir Lyndsay knows, but I have my orders and dare not exceed them.
gpt
Do you refuse me admittance then?
human
I am compelled to do so, sir, greatly to my regret.
gpt
Is not my surety sufficient?
human
I am deeply grieved to refuse you, sir, but I cannot disobey my strict instructions.
gpt
Oh, very well then, said the king impatiently,
human
Will you allow me a moment to consult with my master?
gpt
Very well, so that you do not hold us long,
human
I shall do my errand quickly, for at this moment I am keeping the whole nobility of Scotland waiting.
gpt
My master is anxious to please you, Sir Lyndsay, and will accept the money of your friend.
human
THE FIGURE OF A TALL MAN.