human
I do not imagine that the beast ever had any great amount of affection for his master, but he no doubt was in great fear of him, which seemed to answer the purpose quite as well. So, my friends, you have a full and complete explanation of the coat-of-arms of my family. My only fear is that I have wearied you with what could not have the same interest for you as it does for me.
gpt
Indeed, you have not wearied us, Senor,
human
That is one of the most interesting accounts that I have ever listened to, said Jim.
gpt
I only wish I could have lived in those days when there was plenty of adventure.
human
I do not think that you have any reason to complain, remarked the Spaniard laughingly.
gpt
Perhaps your descendants in future years will be pointing out your daring deeds as emblazoned on their coat-of-arms.
human
No danger of that, I guess, laughed Jim,
gpt
Now, Senor Valdez, you have told us a tale of old Spain, tell us something of new Spain here in California,
human
It seems to me that it is now someone else's turn, said the Senor.
gpt
I would not do all the talking. A host should sometimes listen. Perhaps Senor Darlington will tell us of some of his experiences. They will be much more stirring than any musty tales of mine.
human
I would not think of telling our adventures, he replied.
gpt
Perhaps after we have travelled more, we will have something worth while relating.
human
That's right, said Jo,
gpt
I see you do not take cream in your coffee,
human
No, but I like some sugar, not too much.
gpt
It has seemed to me, said the Spaniard,
human
Where the party uses milk in his coffee that indicates weakness, does it not, Senor?
gpt
Not necessarily, he replied,
human
And when it is taken straight and black that means a strong character,
gpt
You have stated it,
human
But I would like to know how I would be sized up? questioned Jim,
gpt
My friend, said the Spaniard with playful earnestness, putting his hand lightly on Jim's knee,
human
No, replied Jim,
gpt
He was. He was a bandit.
human
I thought so,