human
I tell you what it is, sir, exclaimed Stump one day;
gpt
I wish I could get my fist near that there captain. If I wouldn't give him a knockout I'd let a whale come and eat me.
human
What have you to grumble at, my friend? inquired Professor Woddle.
gpt
You are comfortably housed, well fed, and have a constant source of excitement in the movements of this remarkable ship.
human
Bother the ship. Why didn't she strike on a rock and bust up? said Stump.
gpt
I'd rather be back to Nautical Hall any day than here.
human
Bide your time, my lad, continued the professor;
gpt
Very prob'ble, sir, but it's waiting for it to turn up as I don't like. Just shove me alongside of that blessed captain, and if I don't give him----
human
Stump, interrupted Mont,
gpt
Certainly, sir. I don't have much chance of talking. I shall forget my own language soon; but no matter, I am only a hired boy, I know, and, of course, shouldn't have no feelings.