human
What is the boy's name?
gpt
Arthur Grant. The captain has it on his list. Is he on board?
human
Yes; but he is asleep.
gpt
I do not need to see him. I have transacted all necessary business with him--and paid the passage money. Julius, bring the valise.
human
This contains the boy's clothing. Take it to the stateroom, Julius.
gpt
All right, Massa Curtis.
human
What is your usual time between New York and San Francisco?
gpt
From four to six months. Four months is very short, six months very long. We ought to get there in five months, or perhaps a little sooner, with average weather.
human
Very well. I believe there is no more to be said. Good-night!
gpt
Good-night, sir.
human
So he is well out of the way for five months! soliloquized Curtis.
gpt
In five months much may happen. Before that time I hope to be in possession of my uncle's property. Then I can snap my fingers at fate.