human
A lovely being scarcely formed or molded-- A rose with all its sweetest leaves yet folded.
gpt
Well, I never!
human
Why, it's Ranty!
gpt
Yes, said Ranty, giving his hat so well-aimed a kick that it struck the cat, and hurled that unfortunate quadruped over on her back,
human
Well, your complexion would be improved by having your face washed, replied Ray.
gpt
However, it's very creditable, and shows how usefully you can employ your time when you like. Where, in the name of all the witches that were ever ducked, did you get all this trumpery?
human
Trumpery! Just listen to that, now, said Ranty, appealing to society in general.
gpt
Calling this hat, and cloak, and the rest of my drapery, trumpery. Well, most irreverent youth, I got it up in the garret among a lot of lumber and stuff, and I coaxed one of the housemaids to dress me. I flatter myself I made a showy appearance when I entered--eh? Poor Orlando Toosypegs! Unhook this confounded frock, Pet.
human
Well, now, to think I never knew you, said Pet, as she obeyed.
gpt
I thought it might be a trick, but I never suspected such a stupid thing as you could have done it.
human
That's the way! Merit never is appreciated in this world, said Ranty, as he stepped out of his rather dilapidated garment.
gpt
I expect nobody will find out what a genius I am until it is too late. Darn the thing! I can't get it off at all.
human
Patience, Ranty! patience, and smoke your pipe,