human
I didn't mean to tease you, dear, she said penitently.
gpt
I know this has been worrying you; but don't let it get on your nerves and influence you too much. All men make slips at times. Mr. Lorimer is a good fellow, even if he has been a little fast. He would drop all that as soon as he was--settled. Besides, this isn't nearly as bad as ever so many of the stories we hear.
human
No, Beatrix assented drearily;
gpt
Then you do care?
human
Care! She laughed a little harshly.
gpt
Sally, truly I must send you off. It is time I was dressing, for I promised to go. I am sorry, but--
human
I am used to being dismissed; I shall come again.