human
Isn't it spick and span?
gpt
Ye-es, answered Dot slowly, dropping upon one of the arms.
human
But for all its cleanness it's about as bare and as inviting as the contagious ward of a hospital, or the dining-room of a state's prison.
gpt
Don't say discouraging things like that, Dot dear, pleaded Agnes, taking the other arm and snuggling her head against Catherine's cheek.
human
A library isn't supposed to be a parlor, and that engraving is really valuable.
gpt
I'd rather have a chromo that comes with soap, myself, said Bert.
human
Its cold steely look only adds to that hygienic and sanitary aspect Dot detected. It makes me homesick for sunflowers and red flannel.
gpt
I have an idea,
human
O dear! she said.
gpt
Are you all here? I hoped nobody would be.
human
Shall we withdraw? asked Bert.
gpt
We were just commenting on the barrenness of this place, but your presence causes it to blossom as the rainbow. We bask in the refulgence.
human
That's really what I came for, to prettify it a little. It seemed such a pity not to have anything bright and attractive on the walls, so I made this at odd minutes. Do you all like it? I was going to put it up and surprise you.
gpt
God be thanked for books.
human
Bess, you are an inspired angel,