human
Am I safe?
gpt
My mother hates all Protestants. The heathen Indians are merely animals in her sight; but such as you and I are children of the devil.
human
The fire beyond the palisade is burning more strongly,
gpt
It is to keep away the wolves. You do not suspect--me?
human
No, no, he said, in a manner that brought a smile to her mouth.
gpt
For myself I care nothing, but I may not forget my comrades. I must be upon my guard for their sake.
human
I have my birds to feed. They are the sole companions of my loneliness, and each night finds them awaiting me beyond the palisade. They are brighter birds than those of my country, but sadder because songless. The saints protect you, sir, in your sleep to-night.
gpt
Shall I come with you, mother?
human
Why upon this night more than others? answered Madame bitterly.
gpt
Your way is never mine. When you shall learn to pray with me then you may walk with me.
human
Stay you here, whispered Madeleine, detaining Viner with a gentle hand.
gpt
There was that in my mother's manner which makes me fear. I will follow her and bring you word.
human
I would not have you put yourself to danger.
gpt
For me there is no danger.
human
I go with you,
gpt
No! cried Madeleine, stamping her foot.
human
You shall not.