human
It is impossible that such can be the case. And accusations against persons who have no existence will not save you. You have failed in your duty. Is this all the explanation you have to offer me?
gpt
It is all I have to offer you, monsieur. If it is not sufficient, I must address myself to the head of the army--to the king himself.
human
I am afraid you will have little opportunity. Then turning like a tiger toward him, he said:
gpt
Your case has been considered during your procrastination; your easily made journey by extremely short and comfortable stages. Monsieur St. Georges, you are no longer in the army. The king has no further need of your valuable services.
human
What! Dismissed without appeal--without----
gpt
Your appeal is heard and disapproved of--by me. Had it been made differently--your explanation couched in more respectful terms, had carried with it more conviction to my mind--this, and he handed him a paper,