human
But you shall judge, and, indeed, as it is just upon supper-time, I will show you the room where you will dine in company with M. Bruno.
gpt
M. Bruno is a person who has renounced the world, and, without having taken the vows, lives enclosed. He is what our rule calls an oblate, he is a holy and learned man, whom you will certainly like; you can talk with him during the meal.
human
Ah! said Durtal,
gpt
Yes, unless you have anything to ask, in which case I shall be always at your service, ready to answer you. As for that question of silence, as for those of the hours of rising and going to bed, and the offices, the rule allows no modification, it must be observed to the letter.
human
Good, said Durtal, a little taken aback by the decided tone of the Father,
gpt
It hangs on the wall of the staircase, near your room; you can read it when your head is rested to-morrow. Will you go in?