human
That you, dear fellow? I am awake.
gpt
Are you better, old chap?
human
Yes, better, thanks. Only so dog-tired. Sit down. Have you brought the budget?
gpt
There's nothing much to-day. Only that chap Cradock writing again for instructions about the Arizona ranch, and a few Wall Street tips from Marsh by cable. Say, Luke, I don't think Cradock is overweighted with spunk, never have thought so. Guess that ranch wants a bigger man.
human
I'll see his letter, said Lucas.
gpt
Presently will do. What about Marsh?
human
Oh, he's behind the scenes as usual. You'd better read him now. The rest will keep. When you've done that I want to talk to you.
gpt
So I gathered. Stuff in another pillow behind me, will you? I can think better sitting up.
human
I shouldn't, old chap, really. You're always easier lying down.
gpt
Oh, shucks, Bertie! Do as you're told. And don't look at me like that, you old duffer. It's a mean advantage to take of a sick man. Steady now, steady! Go slow! You mustn't slam a creaking gate. It's bad for the hinges.