human
Don't say _we_, said Parley,
gpt
Well, said Parley,
human
I will consider of it. To be sure I shall even then be equally safe in the castle, as I shall have all the bolts, bars, and locks between us, so it will make but little difference.
gpt
Certainly not, said Flatterwell, who knew it would make all the difference in the world. So they parted with mutual protestations of regard. Parley went home charmed with his new friend. His eyes were now clearly opened as to his master's prejudices against the _robbers_, and he was convinced there was more in the name than in the thing.
human
But, said he,
gpt
I wonder what Mr. Flatterwell can have to say so much to my advantage? I see he does not wish to hurt my master, he only wishes to serve me. As the hour of meeting, however, drew near, the master's orders now and then came across Parley's thoughts. So to divert them, he took up THE BOOK. He happened to open it at these words:
human
My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not. For a moment his heart failed him.
gpt
If this admonition should be sent on purpose? said he; but no, 'tis a bugbear. My master told me that if I went to the bounds I should get over the hedge. Now I went to the utmost limits, and did _not_ get over. Here conscience put in:
human
Yes, but it was because you were watched.
gpt
I am sure, continued Parley,
human
My brethren, said he,