human
Suppose we give a party, mother, after we move in,
gpt
Mrs. Talbot might have an objection to our using her parlors for such a purpose.
human
I wonder, said Paul reflectively,
gpt
Not unless your business increases,
human
I rather think you are right, mother. Seriously, though, there are plenty of men in New York, who live in style now, who began the world with no better advantages than I. You see there is a chance for me too.
gpt
I shall be satisfied with less, said his mother.
human
Wealth alone will not yield happiness.
gpt
Still it is very comfortable to have it.
human
No doubt, if it is properly acquired.
gpt
If I am ever rich, mother, you may be sure that I shall not be ashamed of the manner in which I became so.
human
I hope not, Paul.
gpt
I suppose this is Mrs. Hoffman,
human
I am Mrs. Hoffman, said the latter.
gpt
I suppose I speak to Mrs. Talbot?
human
You are right. Keep your seat, Mrs. Hoffman. Is this your son?
gpt
Mr. Talbot tells me that you are willing to take charge of the house while we are absent in Europe.
human
I shall be glad to do so.
gpt
We have been looking out for a suitable family, and as our departure was so near at hand, were afraid we might not succeed in making a satisfactory arrangement. Fortunately Mr. Preston spoke to my husband of you, and this sets our anxiety at rest.
human
I hope I may be able to answer your expectations, Mrs. Talbot,
gpt
I think you will,