human
What has happened to the wind?
gpt
It has veered to the southeast, Monsieur,
human
I thought something of the sort had taken place, but was so busy that I did not pay any heed, said Ingersoll. Then his forehead wrinkled reflectively.
gpt
Southeast from southwest, he muttered.
human
On a rising tide that change should kick up a nasty sea. Is the return trip quite safe, Peridot?
gpt
The sea will be a trifle worse, Monsieur; but we'll travel on an even keel.
human
And be swept by an occasional wave from stem to stern?
gpt
I've heard of such things,
human
And very uncomfortable things they are too. Yvonne, you must decide. Shall we take the rough passage, or hire the hotel auto?
gpt
That settles it! he cried.