human
These blacks are a very peaceful tribe, I see,
gpt
he said quietly.
human
But these savage souls are just emerging. They will learn through suffering. But just now they are known to be the most warlike tribe in the jungles of Africa. Offer any one of them their choice between a feast and a big battle and they'd take the battle every time. And make no mistake about it, Dick Sahib, if I had not been here to protect you, this present life would be over for you and your young friend.
gpt
I have no doubt of that, Mahatma Sikandar. And now as my men are refreshed I think we should go on to the rescue of our little friend.
human
That will only be the beginning of your jungle journey. Another search will carry you far, far into its depths.
gpt
Have you seen more? asked Dick.
human
Tell me all, Mahatma Sikandar.
gpt
It is not well for you to know all, Dick Sahib. For that reason a cloud comes between me and your search. But this much I can tell you. Through suffering and dangers you will finally win. Make ready, my friend. The time is short.
human
Your tribesmen are great warriors. Could you not send them with us to help us in our search?
gpt
My ways are ways of peace, my son. I cannot send my men into battle. But this I will do. Mutaba, one of the best trackers of game, who knows the jungle as you do your house, he will guide you to the village of the Muta-Gungas.
human
We thank you, Mahatma Sikandar. The jungle is a new country to me and my tribes of Taharans and Gorols. It will save us many weary steps.
gpt
Here, Mutaba! Make ready my litter. I accompany Dick Sahib into the jungle.
human
Say, whispered Dan to his chum,
gpt
I'm not sure I want Old Whiskers along. He's something of a frost. I don't like him.
human
Let's get ready, he said.
gpt
We've got a big job ahead of us, if Mahatma Sikandar knows what he's talking about.
human
Okay! answered Dan Carter.
gpt
I'm ready and waiting! Come on!
human
Let's go!
gpt
We're on our way, Dan replied with a smile on his round face.
human
Oh boy! he added,
gpt
I'd hate to go through a famine with you,
human
You'll never have a chance to, chuckled Dan.
gpt
I can face a jungle full of black savages and never turn a hair, but don't expect me to do any fighting on an empty stomach.
human
We will have plenty of fighting from here on, Buddy.
gpt
Are the men all set to go?
human
Yes Master. But Mutaba, our black guide, is putting up another plan.
gpt
What is it?
human
He can tell you. I can't make out what it's all about.
gpt
Mutaba, come here,
human
Yes Bwana Dick.