human
Warm, isn't it?
gpt
You certainly look the part. Now, what are you going to do with that fool donkey?
human
I'm going to sit on his head until I get ready to get up. Then, if somebody will lend me a whip, I'll tan his jacket to my own taste.
gpt
Well, do something, shouted a canvasman.
human
We can't wait all night on the gait of that donkey.
gpt
All right; if any of you fellows think you know the inside workings of a donkey's mind better than I do, just come and lead this angelic creature on board the 'Fat Marie.'
human
No, no; we don't know anything about donkeys, came a chorus of voices.
gpt
We don't want to know anything about donkeys, either.
human
Somebody bring me a bridle, then. Don't be afraid of him, he is as gentle as a lamb. You wouldn't hurt a fly, would you, dear January?