human
Captain James Playfair?
gpt
The same, replied the skipper.
human
What do you want with me?
gpt
To join your ship.
human
There is no room; the crew is already complete.
gpt
Oh, one man, more or less, will not be in the way; quite the contrary.
human
You think so?
gpt
I am sure of it,
human
But who are you?
gpt
A rough sailor, with two strong arms, which, I can tell you, are not to be despised on board a ship, and which I now have the honour of putting at your service.
human
But there are other ships besides the _Dolphin_, and other captains besides James Playfair. Why do you come here?
gpt
Because it is on board the _Dolphin_ that I wish to serve, and under the orders of Captain James Playfair.
human
I do not want you.
gpt
There is always need of a strong man, and if to prove my strength you will try me with three or four of the strongest fellows of your crew, I am ready.
human
That will do, replied James Playfair.
gpt
And what is your name?
human
Crockston, at your service.