human
I wish to see General Washington, sir.
gpt
Oh, you do, eh?
human
Yes, sir. Show me to his presence, please.
gpt
Who are you?
human
My name is Tom Dare.
gpt
Tom Dare! in surprise.
human
Why, there was a young fellow here a couple of days ago whose name was Dare-Dick Dare, I believe it was.
gpt
Yes, quietly;
human
Ah, your brother! Are you a member of the patriot army, also?
gpt
Yes, sir. I'm in Colonel Morgan's regiment.
human
Well! he murmured;
gpt
Yes, sir. Our father was captured by Tories, and Dick and I made up our minds that we would join the patriot army and do all we could to bring about the defeat of the British and Tories, and if possible rescue our father.
human
Well, that is the right spirit, certainly.
gpt
Will you show me to the presence of the commander-in-chief, sir? questioned Tom, eagerly.
human
I am very desirous of seeing him,
gpt
Come with me, was the reply;
human
I will speak to the commander-in-chief, and if he is willing, I will conduct you to his presence.