human
Is there no way to save him, Raoul?
gpt
Captain?
human
Are you well acquainted with Vera Cruz?
gpt
I know every street, Captain.
human
Where do those arches lead that open from the sea? There is one on each side of the mole.
gpt
They are conductors, Captain, to carry off the overflow of the sea after a norther. They lead under the city, opening at various places. I have had the pleasure of passing through them.
human
Ha! How?
gpt
On a little smuggling expedition.
human
It is possible, then, to reach the town by these?
gpt
Nothing easier, unless they may have a guard at the mouth; but that is not likely. They would not dream of anyone's making the attempt.
human
How would _you_ like to make it?
gpt
If the Captain wishes it, I will bring him a bottle of _eau-de-vie_ from the Cafe de Santa Anna.
human
I do not wish you to go alone. I would accompany you.
gpt
Think of it, Captain; there is risk for _you_ in such an undertaking. _I_ may go safely. No one knows that I have joined you, I believe. If _you_ are taken--.
human
Yes, yes; I know well the result.
gpt
The risk is not great, either, continued the Frenchman, in a half-soliloquy.
human
Disguised as Mexicans, we might do it; you speak the language as well as I. If you wish it, Captain--.
gpt
I do.
human
I am ready, then.