human
I suppose this is Arthur Grant?
gpt
Yes, sir,
human
We ought to become close friends, for we are, I believe, the only passengers.
gpt
Then you are a passenger, too?
human
Yes. My name is Randolph Leslie. I have been, for the last five years, a reporter on leading New York daily papers, and worked so closely that my health has become somewhat affected. My doctor recommended a sea voyage, and I have arranged for a pretty long one.
gpt
What papers have you worked for?
human
Oh, all the leading ones--_Tribune, World, Herald,_ and _Sun_-- sometimes one, and sometimes another. Your reason for taking this trip can hardly be the same as mine. You don't look as if your health required you to travel.
gpt
No, answered Dodger, smiling;
human
If I were as robust as you, I shouldn't give much thought to my health. Do you intend to remain in California?
gpt
I don't know what I do intend, replied Dodger.
human
I didn't know I was going to California at all until I woke up in my stateroom.
gpt
Didn't you know the destination of the vessel when you came on board?
human
I was brought aboard in my sleep.
gpt
Of course, I don't want to be curious, but if there is anyway in which I can help you, by advice, or in any other way, I am quite ready to do so.