human
That's how the land lies, said Jack in conclusion.
gpt
And you understand now just why we must disappoint you, and make you look elsewhere for two companions on your trip to Berlin to frighten the Huns. It breaks my heart to decline, but this other matter must take my whole attention.
human
You don't blame Jack, do you?
gpt
I should say not! came the ready answer, accompanied by a keen look, first at Jack and then at the other, as a dazzling idea suddenly flashed into Beverly's mind.
human
Business before pleasure, every time with me; and it's only right you should devote every atom of your mind and body to beating that skunk to the post.
gpt
We've settled on that policy all right, said Jack.
human
The only trouble is we haven't so far found a remedy to overcome his long lead; for he's got almost two days' run head of me, you understand.
gpt
Hold on! I've got an inspiration, boys. Perhaps there may be a way open to beat him to it yet!
human
Tell us what you mean, please?
gpt
Take things coolly, to begin with, warned the other;
human
Yes,