human
Why, Fanny, what is the meaning of this?
gpt
I cannot explain myself,
human
Cannot--and you a Speciality! Don't you know that we have no secrets from one another?
gpt
That is true, said Fanny, speaking with a great effort.
human
Well, then, I will explain myself. I would rather Betty Vivian did not join our club.
gpt
But why, dear--why?
human
Yes, Fanny, why?
gpt
What ridiculous nonsense you are talking!
human
The most striking-looking girl I ever saw! said Julia Bertram.
gpt
Why, Fan, what is your reason for this?
human
Call it jealousy if you like, said Fanny;
gpt
What does this mean?
human
I can't understand it a bit, said Margaret. Then she added after a pause,
gpt
I suppose, girls, you fully recognize that the Speciality Club is supposed to be a club without prejudice or favor, and that, as the 'ayes' have carried the day, Miss Betty Vivian is to be invited to join?
human
Of course she must be invited to join, replied Susie;