human
But it is only friendship, Brenn said soothingly.
gpt
You can assure your commander that nothing immoral is being done.
human
If he knew what was going on, it would be my neck. It has to be stopped. Write an edict--do anything that will stop it at once.
gpt
I'm sorry this unforeseen situation has occurred, sir. Will you have strict orders to the same effect given your men?
human
There's a severe penalty for unauthorized fraternization. I'll see that they're well reminded of it.
gpt
I'll write another edict, at once, forbidding the girls to speak to your men, sir.
human
Have you been blind?
gpt
Sir?
human
My guards--my so-called guards--how long have they been strolling back from the plant in company with the native women?
gpt
Oh, he said, feeling a great relief that Y'Nor had not seen the true situation,
human
You know, don't you, that military men march to and from duty in military formation?
gpt
Yes, sir.
human
You are aware of the importance of discipline?
gpt
Yes, sir.
human
You are further aware of the fact that you, Dalon, and Graver, will be guilty of treason if this lack of discipline imperils my plans in any way?
gpt
Yes, sir.
human
You have heard of the punishment for treason?
gpt
Yes, sir.