human
They left hurriedly. Rations were flung away half eaten, and in some cases there was not even sufficient time to withdraw the tent-pegs!
gpt
What could have alarmed them?
human
Most probably they expected an attack by the Kanouri. Before I left, a scout had come in with the news that their fighting men were encamped in force in the valley beyond the rocks of Tefraska. We must endeavour to trace the direction in which they have gone.
gpt
Why waste time? I urged.
human
What is there to prevent you from accompanying me to Agadez? You have not deserted; your comrades have been compelled to desert you!