human
The journey home requires three months' hard travelling, and if we undertake it in our present unprepared condition, we shall certainly perish by cold and hunger. On the other hand the trail in the opposite direction, will lead us to a safe harbor, in a third of the distance which, when accomplished, we shall be willing to stay in till spring comes again. It is always dangerous travelling through these wilds when prepared, but in our destitute condition it is most hazardous.
gpt
Lead us on; we can endure it,
human
No, no; children, said the trapper,
gpt
Jones tells the truth, we can never cross the country that lies between us and our friends, in the dead of winter. We must content ourselves in a place of security, if we can find one, until spring again comes.
human
Yonder, said the chief, pointing towards the west, where the Great Sierra arose with its snowy peaks towering among the clouds,
gpt
I believe it is the best thing we can do, for our safety,
human
Oh! no; do not think of such a thing! said Sidney.
gpt
I am sure we can cross the mountain, and when over them, it cannot be far to civilized habitations.
human
You are young and sanguine, said the trapper,
gpt
We might as well pursue the trail a day or two, said Jones,
human
Well, said Cole, casting an admiring glance towards Jane,
gpt
I think quarters might become tolerable, if well supplied with venison--and I think they might, between us all.