human
Be ready, Dick,
gpt
Ready, father? panted Dick.
human
What for?
gpt
We may have to swim directly. If it gets much deeper we cannot force our way.
human
Oh, we shall do it! cried the boy;
gpt
I fear not, said the squire to himself.
human
Hold on, boy! he cried aloud.
gpt
What is it?
human
Water's--up to my--chest, panted Dick;
gpt
Dick!
human
I must swim, father,
gpt
And be swept away! cried the squire hoarsely.
human
Heaven help me! what shall I do?