human
I am glad that your confidence in Harding has returned, he said.
gpt
You must, however, understand that the situation is still awkward.
human
Yes; Craig and I talked it over last night.
gpt
You talked this matter over!
human
Of course, said Beatrice calmly.
gpt
It's of some importance to me. Are you surprised?
human
I must admit that I am. When I was young, a well-brought-up girl would hardly have ventured to mention such subjects to her mother, much less discuss them with her lover.
gpt
I'm afraid your feelings must get many a rude jar in these degenerate times. Still, you know things are changing.
human
That's true, said Mowbray.
gpt
I've had cause to realize it of late. For example, your brother Lance goes off to Winnipeg on some mysterious business without consulting me, and only tells me in a casual manner that he may have to go again. Respect for parents is not a characteristic of your generation. But I want to speak about Harding.