human
Perhaps, sir, you do not recollect me; but we met one night when you were sinking in a wherry, and you asked my name.
gpt
And I recollect it, my lad; it was Faithful, was it not?
human
Yes, sir;
gpt
Our captain, said he,
human
But, sir, if you requested the first lieutenant to speak?
gpt
If I did, he would not, in all probability; men are too valuable, and the first lieutenant knows that the captain would not like to discharge you. He will, therefore, say nothing until it is too late, and then throw all the blame upon himself for forgetting it. Our captain has such interest that his recommendation would give a commander's rank to-morrow, and we must all take care of ourselves. However, I will try, although I can give you very little hopes.