human
Good man! He possessed himself of the suitcase.
gpt
I was afraid you might not be able to get here.
human
The mistress is dining out, Mr. James. I was able to leave the house.
gpt
Have you packed everything I shall want?
human
Within the scope of a suitcase, yes, sir.
gpt
Splendid! Oh, by the way, give this letter to my father, will you?
human
Very good, sir.
gpt
I'm glad you were able to manage. I thought your voice sounded doubtful over the phone.
human
I was a good deal taken aback, Mr. James. Your decision to leave was so extremely sudden.
gpt
So was Columbus'. You know about him? He saw an egg standing on its head and whizzed off like a jack-rabbit.
human
If you will pardon the liberty, Mr. James, is it not a little rash--?
gpt
Don't take the joy out of life, Bayliss. I may be a chump, but try to forget it. Use your willpower.
human
Good evening, Mr. Bayliss,
gpt
Good evening, miss,
human
How stupid of me! I meant this Mr. Bayliss. Your son! We met at the steamship offices. And before that he saved my life. So we are old friends.