human
What's the trouble, Carnes?
gpt
I am not sure, Mr. President. It felt like an earthquake. A great cavern opened in the earth behind us. Our train was almost trapped in it.
human
An earthquake! We must stop the train at once and take charge of the situation. An emergency of that sort demands immediate attention.
gpt
I beg you to do nothing of the sort, sir. Your presence would add little to the rescue work and your life is too precious to risk.
human
But my duty to the people--
gpt
Is to keep yourself alive, sir! Mr. President, this may well be an attempt on your life. There are persons who would give anything to do away with you, especially at present. You have not endeared yourself to a certain class in calling for a conference of the powers to curb Russia's anti-religious tactics.