human
What do you think?
gpt
Oh, I do not know; it all grows less comprehensible every moment. But whatever is true I cannot see that anything remains for us to do, but wait and watch the actions of these people; they are certain to betray themselves. We have been here together now longer than we should, and I must return to the hotel.
human
You expect Beaton to seek you?
gpt
He appeared very devoted, quite deeply interested; I hope it continues.
human
So do I, now that I understand, earnestly.
gpt
Although I confess your intimacy was a shock to me this noon. Well, I am going to busy myself also and take a scouting trip to La Rosita.
human
Is that Lacy's mine?
gpt
Yes; up the gulch here about two miles. I may pick up some information worth having. I am to see you again--alone?
human
We must have some means of communication; have you any suggestion?
gpt
Yes, but we'll take for our motto, 'Safety first.' We mustn't be seen together, or suspected in any way of being friends. The livery-stable keeper has a boy about twelve, who is quite devoted to me; a bright, trustworthy little fellow. He is about the hotel a good deal, and will bring me word from you any time. You need have no fear that I shall fail to respond to any message you send.
human
I shall not doubt. She held out her hand frankly.
gpt
You believe in me now, Mr. Westcott?
human
Absolutely; indeed I think I always have. That other thing hurt, yet I kept saying to myself, 'She had some good reason.'
gpt
Always think so, please, no matter what happens. I was nearly wild until I got the note to you; I was so afraid you would leave the hotel. We must trust each other.