human
Now, sir,
gpt
I understand English,
human
I am very glad, said Uncle Paul.
gpt
Now, sir, you see that we are well-armed and prepared. What is the meaning of this attack?
human
Ah, I am glad, sir, said the stranger courteously.
gpt
Pray keep your men back, and I will mine.
human
Tell them to clear off the deck, then, doctor. There must be no talk here.
gpt
Be silent, Captain Chubb! cried Uncle Paul sternly.
human
We must have no bloodshed.
gpt
No, sir, cried his opponent quickly, and in very excellent English.
human
We are no pirates. I am the captain of that brig, and in urgent need of help.
gpt
And this is a very strange way of asking for it, sir.
human
Yes, yes, I know, my friend, cried the other hotly,
gpt
Indeed, sir! said Uncle Paul, with a peculiar smile.
human
And if I say you cannot have it; what then?
gpt
Then, sir, said the stranger haughtily,
human
Ah-h-h!