human
You are still agriculturally inclined, I see, said Mr. Cassilis, nodding towards the spade,
gpt
Not at all, sir--not at all, returned Bellew solemnly,
human
Well, sir,--and what of that?
gpt
When the moon is at the full, or nearly so, I generally dig, sir,--that is to say, circumstances permitting.
human
Really, said Mr. Cassilis beginning to caress his moustache,
gpt
That is because you have probably never experienced the fierce joys of moon-light digging, sir.
human
No, Mr. Bellew,--digging--as a recreation, has never appealed to me at any time.
gpt
Then sir, said Bellew, shaking his head,
human
Wouldn't it be rather more apropos if you said--'Good-bye' Mr. Bellew? he enquired.
gpt
You are leaving Dapplemere, shortly, I understand,--aren't you?
human
Why sir, returned Bellew, grave, and imperturbable as ever,--
gpt
Depends!--upon what, may I ask?
human
The moon, sir.
gpt
The moon?
human
Precisely!
gpt
And pray--what can the moon have to do with your departure?
human
A great deal more than you'd think--sir. Had I the time, I should be delighted to explain to you exactly how much, as it is,--permit me to wish you a very--good evening!