human
You are not looking well, Mother dear,
gpt
I am not ill, Mrs. Mowbray answered in a tired voice.
human
It has been a very hot and trying summer, and the crop was poor. That had its effect upon your father. Then you have heard that Gerald----
gpt
Yes, I know! Of course, I stand up for him to outsiders, but I'm getting ashamed of Gerald. His debts must have been a heavy tax on Father. I think that too much has been done for the boys. I have nothing to complain of; but we're not rich, and I'm afraid you have had to suffer.
human
My dear, you mustn't question your father's judgment.
gpt
I suppose not, and my criticism would certainly be wasted; still, you can't expect me to have your patience.
human
How I love the prairie!
gpt
It has its charm, she said;
human
You must have had to give up a good deal to come here,
gpt
I loved your father, and I knew that he could not be happy in England,