human
It's sad, isn't it? That stupid Little did it with his clumsy cart.
gpt
I think it could be mended,
human
Old Beavan--he's the wheelwright--said it couldn't; and Dad said I could hardly expect him to send the canoe back to Kingston. He bought it for me at an exhibition.
gpt
Perhaps you had something to do with light canoes in Canada?
human
Yes; I used to pole one loaded with provisions up a river and carry the lot round several falls. If I remember, I made eight shillings a day at it, and I think I earned it. You're fond of paddling?
gpt
I love it! I used to row the fishing-punt, but it's too old to be safe; and now that the canoe's smashed I can't go out at all.
human
Well, we'll walk across and see what we can find in Beavan's shop.