human
Is that dangerous?
gpt
No; a blessing, my lad. It will save her. I only want steering power. Look here, don't fire unless you are obliged. If you do, mind, I take it as a signal that you want help, both of you; and then of course we shall come to your help. But what about Mr Denning?
human
Glad to see you, Mr Denning. Ah, that's right. Rather a small pistol, but I dare say it can do its duty. You will help them?
gpt
As far as my strength will let me,
human
That's right. Now, Mr Preddle, I must go. Sorry about your fish, but we can do nothing till the weather mends.
gpt
No, I'm afraid not,
human
I don't hear that crying out now.
gpt
No; I haven't heard it since Mr Dale came,
human
That must wait too. The safety of the ship is all we can look to now.