human
I thought I heard Uncle,
gpt
Yes; he looked in and made some stupid jokes, he did, about gettin' the miller's boat.
human
Whatever for?
gpt
Like as not we may be on an island afore nightfall.
human
I'd love to ride in miller's boat again. Alfred popped the question in that. I did tease him first. 'Twas rare fun. I suppose Uncle was in fine fettle, as usual?
gpt
Yes; I never seen him so gay and joyous. Now, you lie so quiet as any mouse whilst I gets tea.