human
Why did you stay away so long? I have been making you some dolls. Here they are.
gpt
I can't take them, said she. She said nothing more for a time, but sat there: then she said,
human
Iván, they want to kill you.
gpt
Who wants to kill me?
human
Father. The old man has ordered him to. But I am sorry for you.
gpt
Well, then, if you are sorry for me, bring me a long stick.
human
Dina, please! Bring one to me, Dínushka!
gpt
I can't, said she.
human
They would see me; they are all at home.