human
A narcotic? she pleaded.
gpt
Something to give him just one moment of full relaxation?
human
I can't do it, said Byrne.
gpt
If his heart were a shade stronger, I should. But as it is, the only thing that sustains him is the force of his will-power. Do you want me to unnerve the very strength which keeps him alive?
human
Do you mean that if he sleeps it will be--death?
gpt
I have told you before, said the doctor,
human
Doc, they ain't no use of worryin'. They ain't no use of medicine. All I need is quiet.
gpt
Do you want to be alone?
human
No, not so long as you don't make no noise. I can 'most hear something, but your whisperin' shuts it off.
gpt
Is it that? cried Kate, leaning forward and touching her father's hand.
human
Is that horse what you hear?
gpt
No, no! he answered impatiently.
human
That ain't what I hear. It ain't no hoss that I hear!