human
Do you know of a place that would be likely, doctor? said the Count.
gpt
I mean a river that we could sail up into shallow water, if we were so fortunate as to reach one without sinking first.
human
Not I, said the doctor,
gpt
But then we might never reach the shore, said the Count slowly--
human
Really, my dear sir, he said almost curtly,
gpt
No, no, no, doctor! cried the Count warmly.
human
But how could I be so grasping as to ask you, full of your scientific pursuits as you are, to stand by us till we can reach the shore in safety?
gpt
You would not ask it, sir, said the doctor warmly.
human
There would be no need. Of course my schooner will stand by you, ready to give you help until your brig is once more fit for sea.
gpt
Forgive me, doctor!
human
There is nothing to forgive, sir, replied the doctor,