human
That was a close shave, Mr Hume?
gpt
Yes, sir, said Frank, wiping his forehead;
human
I'd rather be in daylight with the cruiser opening fire than pass through such a moment again.
gpt
Ay, my lad, it was touch and go, and by the mercy of a good seaman at the wheel we didn't touch.
human
I told you she'd drown you before you'd have done with her.
gpt
Well, I'm not drowned yet.
human
No; but, by gum, you were near it! Did you see the cook's face at the gangway when we rushed by? Lord, I nearly died with laughter at his sudden gasp, and I shouldn't wonder but he's got his mouth open yet. By the way, the Commodore's down at the cuddy door, and by the same token she's got her mouth open in surprise. Why not go down and tell her the news?
gpt
human
Miss Laura