human
Let us make a careful investigation of our condition first, said Captain Abbey, who was as calm as anybody in the detachment.
gpt
If we can do nothing better, we can clear that rubbish off the trail.
human
That would be a dangerous undertaking, Captain. When rocks and sand once begin to slide there is no telling when they will stop.
gpt
But this stuff can only slide into the valley below, Burton.
human
This stuff can, that's true; but it may bring down ten times as much on our heads.
gpt
Well, we'll investigate first and lay plans afterward. We can't stay here forever. In a couple of hours more it will be dark.