human
Amy, if you ever had your wits on call, have them this morning. In all my life I never cared more how things went at a time like this. I care so much I'd give about all I own to know this minute that the thing would go through.
gpt
Why, Dr. Burns, said she, in astonishment,
human
I know, I know. Feel of that!
gpt
Doctor, you can't be well! This isn't you--to be so--nervous! Why, think of all the operations you've done, and never a sign of minding. And this isn't even your responsibility--it's Dr. Leaver's.
human
That's right, scold me, said he, trying to laugh.
gpt
It's what I need. I'm showing the white feather, a hatful of them. But you're mistaken about one thing. It _is_ my responsibility, every detail of it. Don't forget that. If the case goes wrong, it's my fault, not Dr. Leaver's.