human
I suppose, said he, after a little silence, during which he looked down with an intent and anxious frown at the floor,
gpt
I suppose you can't give a guess at what I'm going to say?
human
I would rather not guess, please. I would rather that you told me.
gpt
Well, perhaps it may simplify matters if I mention that I have had some conversation on the subject with Mrs. Dobbs.
human
With Granny?
gpt
Yes; it's some little while ago, now. Mrs. Dobbs spoke very straightforward, and very kind, too; but I'm bound to say she did _not_ give me any encouragement.