human
Why--why!
gpt
Do you like them, honey? Mr. Jerry and Miss Thorley brought them in last night. Mr. Jerry said you liked his aunt's goldfish, so he was sure you'd like some of your own.
human
Did he? All the gladness slipped from her face and voice as she remembered the pet she had lost.
gpt
You know, Aunt Kate, last night I just about decided I'd never have another pet. I'm--I'm so unlucky with them. Her lip quivered.
human
I don't seem to be able to keep one thing that really belongs to me.
gpt
Nonsense! Aunt Kate took her in her arms and kissed her.
human
You'll keep me and your Uncle Larry. You can't lose us. Aren't they pretty? She tapped the glass globe.
gpt
Seems if a body'd never get tired of lookin' at 'em. But get dressed, dearie. Breakfas's most ready an' Mr. Jerry wants you to go out to Blue Heron Lake in his motor car. His aunt an' Miss Thorley are goin' too. You're to be away all day an' have your dinner at a big hotel.