human
Dickie, I been thinking how nice it would be if you were to put on the gloves with young Blair sometimes? I've always wanted to see you box.
gpt
Pooh, he murmured, flattered, however, by the suggestion.
human
I couldn't interest him now. And before all those young whipper-snappers at the gymnasium? I'd be a laughing-stock!
gpt
Why not get him to come up here? Fix up a sort of gymnasium in the attic?
human
Oh, do! urged Joan, who had been not a little troubled by the recent change in her father.
gpt
It will be just what you need, Dad, and such fun! I'm sure you could 'interest' him still.
human
You think so, Dollykins? Well, possibly, possibly--But you speak as if Blair were to be had for the asking, my love!
gpt
Well, I think he is, remarked Effie May with a twinkle at her step-daughter.
human
Depends upon who does the asking--What do you say, Joan?
gpt
It would have to be done in words of one syllable, murmured the girl unkindly,