human
Not exactly the way we'd do it, Rick said with a grin,
gpt
You learn something new every day, Scotty agreed.
human
Let's unpack, then go visit the city.
gpt
Better wait and see what Winston has in mind for us, Rick cautioned. He began to stow his clothing in one of the big dressers. He lifted a shirt, and stared down at the Egyptian cat nestling among his T shirts.
human
Tell you what, if Winston doesn't need us, let's deliver the cat. We can see some of the city coming and going.
gpt
Don't think we've forgotten you, the young radio astronomer said.
human
But Parnell and Kerama wasted no time in getting down to business. I doubt that you could interrupt long enough to get a sensible answer. Do you have any plans?
gpt
We have an errand at El Mouski, Rick replied.
human
Would it be all right for us to go?
gpt
No reason why not. You'll need a car. I would offer you mine, except that you have no local license. You could take a taxi, but a licensed dragoman would be better. Suppose I suggest one with a car?
human
That would be very good of you,
gpt
All right. I will send one I know, or a friend of his if he is not available. Wait in your room and he will come for you.
human
First time I've ever had a guide in a city, Scotty said.
gpt
Makes me feel important, like visiting royalty or something. Couldn't we just get a map instead?
human
We'd still need a car. Might as well get one with a built-in talking map. Besides, I like the idea. I want to be escorted like a visiting prime minister.