human
You must not be alarmed if we do not come back to-night, said Tom;
gpt
Remember, Rogers, to bring one of the tripods, the smith's forge and tools, and some piping; for should we fail to discover water, I may be able to construct a still, by which we may obtain as much fresh water as we require.
human
A capital idea, exclaimed Tom.
gpt
I didn't think of that.
human
answered the doctor.
gpt
I never worked as a smith, but I know the principles on which a still is constructed, and I hope that I shall be able to put one up; if, however, we can find water, we may be saved the trouble, and employ our labour for other purposes.