human
Waiting for somebody?
gpt
Yes, we are, said Sax, who was usually the spokesman of the pair when strangers were concerned.
human
Can you tell me, please, if Mr. Stobart is about?
gpt
Stobart? If it's Boss Stobart you're waiting for, I'm afraid you'll be disappointed.
human
Why?
gpt
Well, you see, went on the man,
human
What! Is he lost, then?
gpt
Bless you, no. He's never lost. He must have taken a fresh track at the Bend, that's all. Feed and water and that sort of thing. By the way, who are you?
human
I'm his son, said Sax, simply and proudly,
gpt
His son, are you? Oh, well, you may depend upon it, he's not far away if he said he'd meet you. But he didn't come in to-day. I know that for a cert. You'd better come over to the hotel and let me fix you up for the night. My name's Archer--Joe Archer. I've got a store here and manage your father's business at this end.