human
Ayrton, I am not a judge charged with trying you. This is not my business. It is important that our respective positions should be clearly defined. I ask nothing that can implicate you, for that is the part of justice. But you know what search I am pursuing, and, with a word, you can put me on the track I have lost. Will you speak?
gpt
Will you tell me where Captain Grant is?
human
No, my lord.
gpt
Will you point out where the Britannia was wrecked?
human
Certainly not.
gpt
Ayrton, said Glenarvan, in almost a suppliant tone,
human
I cannot, my lord.
gpt
No, I will not speak! Hang me if you will!
human
Hang, then!
gpt
There are neither judges nor hangmen here. At the first landing-place you shall be put into the hands of the English authorities.
human
Just what I desire,