human
For all that, you did bring her out, she persisted.
gpt
Even if it causes you no satisfaction, the fact is of some importance to us.
human
I don't seem to be beginning very fortunately. What I mean is that I don't want to urge my claim, if I have one. I'd rather be taken on my merits. He paused a moment with a smile.
gpt
That's not much better, is it? But it partly expresses what I feel. Leaving Mopsy out altogether, let me try to explain--I don't wish you to be influenced by anything except your own idea of me. I'm saying this because one or two points that seem in my favor may have a contrary effect.
human
Won't you sit down? I have something to say.
gpt
Would you be astonished if I were to ask you to marry me?