human
And what will you do now, Billie?
gpt
Haven't the slightest idea. I've got to think it out. I'll have to release some of them to work the boat, and I'll have to shut down and iron them while I sleep, I suppose. I've already freed the two cooks, and we'll have breakfast soon.
human
I'm glad of that, she answered.
gpt
There was no supper last night.
human
And I'm hungry as a wolf myself. Well, they are hungry, too. We'll have our breakfast on deck before they get theirs. Perhaps the sight will bring them to terms.
gpt
Why cannot I help, Billie? asked the girl.
human
I could watch while you were asleep, and wake you if anything happened.
gpt
Oh, no, Florrie girl. Of course I'll throw the stuff overboard, but I wouldn't trust some of them, drunk or sober.
human
Do not serve them at all, said Denman, sharply.
gpt
Bring the cabin table on deck, and place it on the starboard quarter. Serve breakfast for two, and you and Daniels eat your own in the galley.
human
Very good, sir,