human
Wouldn't you rather be sledding, my dear?
gpt
No, indeed! she hastened to reply.
human
I'd much rather be with you.... Anyway, I suppose there will be a sledding-party after dinner tonight. Kitty told us to bring our sweaters and riding-breeches.
gpt
Very well.... Have you guessed what I wanted to talk to you about?
human
Yes, I think I have--Daddy,
gpt
You have? he repeated, smiling.
human
Well, first of all I want to tell you that I am exceedingly proud of your courage and pluck up there on the border, and in Canada, and that I think you have proved your ability to take care of yourself in a plane.
gpt
Daddy! she exclaimed, in surprise.
human
I was afraid you and Aunt Emily would say I could never fly again! After all the anxiety I caused you.
gpt
That is what your aunt would like to say--but I feel differently. What happened was due to no fault or carelessness of yours, no lack of skill on your part. A less able pilot would have been killed, I am sure.
human
It's awfully sweet of you to say that!
gpt
Well, I mean it. I'm convinced now that you have a right to go on with aviation. And I am willing for you to order your plane for the ocean flight.