human
All right. I am here.
gpt
Well, I asked for it, he said.
human
But it's like the story about the man who talked to himself--and got answers. Not exactly a comforting sensation.
gpt
I'm sorry, the Zark apologized.
human
I do not wish to cause discomfort.
gpt
You pick a poor way to keep from doing it.
human
It was the only way I could figure to make contact with your conscious mind--and you desired that I communicate.
gpt
I suppose you're right. But while it is nice to know that I really have a guardian angel, I'd have felt better about it if you had white robes and wings and were hovering over my shoulder.
human
I don't understand,
gpt
I was trying to be funny. You know, Albert continued after a moment,
human
I never thought of trying to perceive myself. I wonder why. I guess because none of the medical examinations showed anything different from normal.
gpt
I was always afraid that you might suspect before I could tell you, the Zark replied.
human
It was an obvious line of reasoning, and you _are_ an intelligent entity--the most intelligent I have ever inhabited. It is too bad that I shall have to leave. I have enjoyed being with you.
gpt
Who said anything about leaving?
human
You did. I could feel your revulsion when you became aware of me. It wasn't nice, but I suppose you can't help it. Yours is an independent race, one that doesn't willingly support-- the voice hesitated as though searching for the proper word--
gpt
There are historical precedents for that statement, but your interpretation isn't quite right. I was surprised. You startled me.