human
How dare you? he cried.
gpt
You hound, to attack a defenseless man! Mrs. Carmac, I appeal to you! Do you allow me to be so grossly insulted in your presence?
human
said Tollemache, ignoring Mrs. Carmac's involuntary attempt at interference.
gpt
Of course you intend it as a plea on account of your injury; but unless I am mistaken--in which case I stand to be shot at in any way you choose--you got your arm broken when rifling Mrs. Carmac's trunk. However, I'll explain the whole business to your complete satisfaction. Give me those pearls and the other things. I mean to have them now! Don't think you can escape by bluff, you miserable whelp! Hand them over, or I'll take them, and use as much force as may be necessary!