human
There is no pilot aboard the _Scorpion_, or any other machine for that matter, who can hold a candle to Keane, but--it is the amazing speed and climbing powers of the other machine that I fear. Still, it will be some fight, and if we fail to trap the brigand down here, well, it is just possible, despite his disadvantages, that Keane may bring the rascal down. He’ll have to keep well out of sight, though, and run at less than half-throttle behind that cloud bank till the moment comes to strike. And now to stations, all of you, and keep well out of sight. Professor Verne, I am afraid you will have to take charge of the two prisoners. Don’t let them get away for heaven’s sake. You must shoot them first.
gpt
I’ll take care of them, Colonel, replied the eminent man,
human
Needs must when the devil drives, Professor! I told you it would be some desperate adventure. Have you had any luck with that evil genius, yet?
gpt
Not the slightest, so far. He is prejudiced against the English mind, and is secretly rejoicing over the expected arrival of the _Scorpion_.
human
Tell him from me, Professor, that if he attempts to escape, I shall shoot both him and his accomplice without the slightest compunction,