human
Well, and what do you think of yourself now, Miss Petronilla Lawless?
gpt
Just what I did before,
human
And what may that be, pray?
gpt
Why, that I'm a real smart little girl, and can keep my word like a man! I said I'd finish my education and be back in a week, and--here I am.
human
And how have you determined to spend your time for the future, Miss Lawless?
gpt
Just as I did before--riding round and visiting my friends.
human
So that is your intention, is it? Well, now hear _mine_. Since you will neither stay at school nor behave yourself as a young lady should when at home, I shall sell your pony and procure you a tutor who will be your teacher and guard at the same time. Whenever you move from the house, either he or I will accompany you; and I shall take proper steps to prevent your visiting any of those you call your friends. You will find, Miss Lawless, I am not to be disobeyed with impunity in the future. Perhaps, after a time, if I find you docile and attentive to my orders, I may forget your past misconduct and restore you some of your privileges again. This, however, will entirely depend on the manner in which you conduct yourself. I have already a gentleman in view who will undertake the office of tutor, and until he comes I shall have you locked in your room and your meals brought up to you. Not a word, Miss Lawless. I have borne with your impertinence too long, and you will now find I can adopt a different course. Solitude will cool your blood, I trust, and bring you to your senses.