human
Major, is there any doubt in your mind about Corbett's disappearance being an accident or do you--
gpt
Do I think he's AWOL?
human
Steve, said Connel patiently,
gpt
I know how you feel about those three boys, but tell me, how long can this go on? They constantly take off on their own, without authorization--
human
But they usually have a good reason,
gpt
Then why don't they give us the reason first?
human
What Lou is trying to say, interjected Walters quietly,
gpt
Then I guess you mean --Strong hesitated, a lump in his throat--
human
If they get back, snapped Connel,
gpt
I intend to see that all three receive solid disciplinary action.
human
Very well, Major, said Strong. He rose and addressed the commander.
gpt
I request permission for emergency leave, sir, commencing now.
human
Permission denied! said Walters.
gpt
This is exactly what I've been talking about, Steve. You want to leave to go to Mars and look for Tom when we need you here on the project.