human
So we must conclude that ours is the only world where the people are truly happy. We must thank the commission for the peculiar distinction which we enjoy. Ours is the only civilization which guarantees happiness to all; these pictures prove it for us.
gpt
How do we know, he demanded,
human
What! exclaimed the speaker sternly.
gpt
Where did you get such an extraordinary notion, Mr. Ernol?
human
Why-- he stammered helplessly.
gpt
Why, I haven't any idea--What have I been saying, sir?
human
Do you mean to say you are unaware that you spoke just now?
gpt
Yes, sir. I mean-- The boy was badly puzzled.
human
To be frank, sir, I was almost asleep. I studied about Alma years ago. I know I said something, but as to what it was--
gpt
That will do. The professor made a sign, and Ernol sat down, tremendously embarrassed.
human
The class will understand that people, when talking in their sleep, usually say things which are the exact opposite of what they know to be true.
gpt
I will not reprimand Mr. Ernol, because his previous work indicates, as he says, that Alma is an old topic to him. I only wish that he stood as well in certain other studies!