human
Well, what does this mean? demanded the leader of the cavalry, eying Deck, sternly.
gpt
Are you a Union spy?
human
No, I am simply a prisoner of war, Major, answered Deck, noting the shoulder straps of the other.
gpt
Here is a spy,
human
Hullo! Captain Brentford! exclaimed the Confederate major.
gpt
Are you on business in this neighborhood?
human
I just came through the lines, Major Collins,
gpt
And what of this man here?
human
I could not escape without him very well, so I brought him along. I reported to Major Dowlney, and he said I might turn the fellow over to the officers of Breckinridge's command.
gpt
It is odd you are conducting him over the road on foot in this fashion.
human
I would like to put in a word of explanation, Major Collins,
gpt
What is it you wish to say?
human
I would like to be placed under a regular guard of two or three men.
gpt
For what reason?