human
You don't know what you two people have been spared to-day, continued Marjorie, throwing herself wearily into the rocking-chair.
gpt
Thank goodness, they're all done, and we shall have pickles enough to last another year.
human
We haven't been spared the smell, said Miss Graham, laughing.
gpt
I really felt at one time to-day that I would gladly forego pickles for the rest of my life.
human
What have you been reading?
gpt
I think I'll go for a ride, to get the smell of the pickles out of my nostrils, she said.
human
Mother says she won't need me any more to-day.
gpt
That's a good idea, said Miss Graham approvingly,
human
All right, assented Marjorie, well pleased.
gpt
Come along, Undine, she added, rising;
human
Are you sure you can spare me?
gpt
Quite sure, dear. I shall not need anything, and even if I should Mrs. Graham and Juanita are both within call. So run along, you conscientious little nurse, and enjoy yourself for the rest of the afternoon.