human
Ah, Mrs. Delancy, he says, and then adds in a meaning tone, with a kind of bitter suavity,
gpt
I suppose we do not need to be introduced. Although I never was much of a visitor in my late partner's household, I have known you all, and I suppose am entitled to a little friendly recognition for Marcia's sake. We have taken our step in a most unorthodox manner, but it suited ourselves, our only apology.
human
Extremely unorthodox,
gpt
But we propose to make it orthodox as soon as possible. Marcia, brave girl, would have married me in the face of any staring audience. She might have had a younger and handsomer bridegroom, but she can hardly have a husband who will care more tenderly for her.
human
We are all very much surprised; at least I am, having heard no word or hint of it.
gpt
We did keep our secret pretty well, I believe,
human
Well, replies Laura, rising,
gpt
I suppose the best wish of all is that you may not regret your step in haste.
human
It was not so hasty as that,