human
About that smelter, he began.
gpt
Haven't you made up your mind yet? The thing's been hanging fire a long while.
human
Isn't it a matter for the board? Vane asked suggestively.
gpt
There are several directors.
human
We'll face the fact: they'll do what you decide on.
gpt
Well, he said,
human
Did he say it was my idea?
gpt
He didn't; I'd reasons for assuming it. Those properties, however, are of no account.
human
If it seems possible that we can profitably increase our output later on, by means of further capital, we'll put up a smelter. But in that case it might be economical to do the work ourselves.
gpt
Who would superintend it?
human
I would, if necessary, with the assistance of an engineer used to such plant.
gpt
Aren't you inclined to take hold of too much? When you have plenty in your hands, it's good policy to leave a little for somebody else. Sometimes the person who benefits is willing to reciprocate.
human
If we gave the work out, it would be on an open tender, he declared.
gpt
There would be no reason why you shouldn't make a bid.