human
Which is the captain of this vessel?
gpt
I am,
human
You've been a long time picking me up. What do you mean by it?
gpt
That's a cool remark, said the captain,
human
And if you have, you only did your duty. Where is your cabin? Give me some fresh clothes immediately, and something to eat and drink.
gpt
You've got a nerve, said the captain, inclined to be angry.
human
I've a good mind never to save anyone again.
gpt
That will not matter much to me. You are not likely to save me twice.
human
Who are you?
gpt
My name is Homer Woddle, sir.
human
You speak loud enough,
gpt
Bah! it's evident you are not a man of science, or you would have heard of me. I have written books, sir--books!
human
What then?
gpt
I am a famous man. My position in life is that of Secretary to the Society for the Exploration of the Unknown Parts of the World, sir, and I am making my third voyage.
human
How were you wrecked?
gpt
That is the strangest thing. But give me to eat and drink, clothe me, and you shall hear.
human
Speak first, and then I'll think of it, Mr. Woddle,