human
I don't understand; it isn't possible!
gpt
No one understands, said the girl, and smiled mirthlessly.
human
Don't try to, Doctor Byrne. Go to bed, and sleep. If you can. Good night.
gpt
But you, said Byrne, following her,
human
You? she asked, surprised.
gpt
No, nothing.
human
But there's not the slightest colour in your face. And you are trembling, Miss Cumberland!
gpt
Will he stay? she asked of herself.
human
Will he leave before the morning?
gpt
I shall see that he stays, said the doctor.
human
I will stay here outside the door and see that he does not leave, if you wish.
gpt
Could you keep the wind from blowing, Doctor Byrne? If I thought that he could be kept---- she stopped.
human
He has forgotten us. He has forgotten all of us except Dad. And if Dad cannot keep him, nothing will keep him. It's useless for you to wait here. Good night again, Doctor Byrne.