human
You have found it! You have found the way out! screamed An-Tak.
gpt
Oh, Luata! And now I am too weak to go. Take me with you! Take me with you!
human
Shut up! admonished Bradley.
gpt
You will have the whole flock of birds around our heads in a minute, and neither of us will escape. Be quiet, and I'll go ahead. If I find a way out, I'll come back and help you, if you'll promise not to try to eat me up again.
human
I promise, cried An-Tak.
gpt
Oh, Luata! How could you blame me? I am half crazed of hunger and long confinement and the horror of the lizards and the rats and the constant waiting for death.
human
I know, said Bradley simply.
gpt
I'm sorry for you, old top. Keep a stiff upper lip.