human
What a magnificent spectacle! said Lady Helena, at last.
gpt
This is the beginning of a beautiful day. May the wind not prove contrary, but favor the progress of the Duncan!
human
No better weather could be desired, my dear Helena, replied Lord Glenarvan;
gpt
Will it be a long one, my dear Edward?
human
That is for the captain to answer, said he.
gpt
Are we progressing well? Are you satisfied with your vessel, captain?
human
Very well indeed, was the answer.
gpt
She is a marvelous craft, and a sailor likes to feel her under his feet. Never were hull and engine more in unison. See how smooth her wake is, and how easily she rides the waves. We are moving at the rate of seventeen knots an hour. If this continues, we shall cross the line in ten days, and in five weeks shall double Cape Horn.
human
You hear, Mary, said Lady Helena:
gpt
Yes, replied the young girl,
human
I hear; and my heart beat quickly at the words of the captain.
gpt
And how do you bear this voyage, Miss Mary?
human
Very well, my lord; I do not experience very many discomforts. Besides, I shall soon be accustomed to it.
gpt
And young Robert?
human
Oh, Robert! replied Captain Mangles: