human
We don't know her real name, but the people she lived with before she came to the ranch called her Sally. She didn't like Sally, and asked us to call her something else, and I suggested Undine.
gpt
A rather romantic name for a flesh and blood girl, she said;
human
About fifteen, we think, but we are not sure, and she doesn't know herself. Lulu Bell says you have a beautiful home in Virginia. I suppose you will be glad to go there for the holidays.
gpt
Yes, we all love it very much. It is a dear old place; my husband's family have lived there for generations, and my old home, where I lived before I married, is only a couple of miles away.
human
I have always thought Virginia must be a very interesting place, said Marjorie.
gpt
I have read ever so many books about the early settlers in Jamestown. Have you read 'To Have and to Hold,' and 'White Aprons'?
human
Yes, I have read both. Our home is on the James River, not far from Jamestown--would you like to see it?
gpt
I should love it, said Marjorie, heartily.
human
I don't suppose I ever shall though,
gpt
I don't see why not, said Mrs. Randolph, smiling.
human
How would you like to go home with us for the holidays?
gpt
I came this afternoon on purpose to propose it, Mrs. Randolph went on, convinced by the girl's flushed cheeks and sparkling eyes that there was no doubt about her wanting to accept the invitation.
human
Beverly and I were speaking of it last evening. We shall be alone except for Dr. Randolph, who is going with us, but we have some pleasant young people in the neighborhood, and there is generally a good deal going on at Christmas. I think you would have a pleasant time.
gpt
It would be the next best thing to going home, declared Marjorie,
human
Quite sure, said Mrs. Randolph, kissing her.
gpt
It will make us all very happy to have our nice little friend with us.
human
If only Aunt Julia will let me go,