human
The resemblance is certainly most extraordinary, he soliloquized aloud.
gpt
But for the changed fashion of dress and the different arrangement of the hair, it seems to me that each of them might sit for the other's portrait. Who can she be? Gruding may be able to tell me something about her. I will seek him at once.
human
The name of the young lady is Miss Hermia Rivers--at least, that's the name entered in the register, said the landlord, when found and questioned by the Major ten minutes later.
gpt
But you are ill, sir. What can I get you? What can I do for you?
human
It is nothing--nothing at all. I shall be better in a minute or two. Then to himself he added:
gpt
It is she--it must be she! The name alone is enough to prove it. How strange and unaccountable are the ways of Providence! He seemed lost in thought for a few moments, then rousing himself, he said:
human
From the fact that Miss Rivers is staying under your roof, I presume that, like myself, she is only a visitor here?
gpt
That is all, sir. They arrived yesterday--the three of them--though the young gentleman was here before, about a fortnight since.
human
I have no wish to be thought inquisitive, resumed the Major,
gpt
Well, sir, as far as I can make out, answered Gruding,
human
As how?
gpt
Why, sir, they only arrived yesterday afternoon, and yet they have been twice to Broome already, and when the young gentleman--Doctor Hazeldine is his name--was here before, he had no end of questions to ask me about Miss Pengarvon; just like yourself, sir.
human
A proof the more, had any been needed, said the Major, under his breath. Then, after a minute's thought, he added aloud:
gpt
I must see Miss Rivers this evening. Find out, if you can, when the best time will be for me to ask for an interview.
human
They were rather late in getting back from Broome and have not yet dined, said Gruding.
gpt
Suppose I send you word, sir, when dinner is over and the things cleared away.
human
Do so,