human
I suppose you have come for the money I promised you?
gpt
That's not the only thing, though I'd be glad to have it.
human
I didn't want to be seen talking to you at the hotel, Turner explained.
gpt
It mightn't have been safe for me if Mappin got to hear of it. But there's something you ought to know. The boys he sent after you heard about the strike you made when they came down here for grub, and are on the trail again.
human
I don't see how that matters. When Mappin's rascals reach the lode they'll find we have staked off the best, and it looks as if every man about the settlement who can get away is going up to prospect.
gpt
Those fellows, persisted Turner,
human
I wonder why you told me this?
gpt
You treated me like a white man, Turner answered with a trace of awkwardness, and then broke into a grin.
human
Besides, I was getting tired of the business, anyhow; there wasn't a dollar in it for me. Now I guess I'll light out before somebody comes along.