human
You're right, she said soberly
gpt
I suppose I ought to have a 'steady company' at least by this time. That ought to be simple enough!--Marriage is about the only thing left for a girl in my position, isn't it?
human
Who's talking about marriage? You don't have to marry every fellow you walk out with, I should hope, said Ellen surprisingly.
gpt
I've walked out with quite a few myself!... But as to gettin' married, Jo--it's about the only thing for a girl in any position, I guess, even if she finds out afterwards that she's picked a lemon. Lemons are better than nothing.
human
Why, Mrs. Neal! laughed Joan.
gpt
What sentiments from a confirmed spinster-person!
human
It's the spinsters who know.