human
Another opportunity gone, said Mr Frewen.
gpt
We ought to have leaped upon him.
human
Better luck next time, said the mate.
gpt
He cannot stay forward long. He is seaman enough to know that his place is at the wheel.
human
Then at all costs we must have him when he returns.
gpt
And what then? said the mate.
human
You do not mean to kill him, I suppose?
gpt
Oh no; of course not.
human
Then I should place the door of one of the cabins wide open, and prop it. Then as soon as we have mastered and disarmed him, bundle him inside and keep him a prisoner.
gpt
Yes; excellent, said Mr Frewen.
human
I'll open mine at once.