human
Country's rotten, concluded the Captain.
gpt
It may be saved by the gentlemen, by God! sir, but not by our yokels.
human
Perhaps, Davenant, our methods are at fault.
gpt
That be damned!
human
Well, well, it's fairly obvious that so far our recruiting campaign has not been an overwhelming success. Hamlin means to have a go at 'em on Sunday. I haven't a notion how he'll tackle the job, but there it is. What is your opinion of William Saint?
gpt
A very shifty fellow, Pomfret, with a face the colour of skilly. He licks your boots. I wouldn't let him black mine. By the way, I've promised Habakkuk Mucklow half-a-sovereign for every cove he collars.
human
That we should have come to such a pass!
gpt
Light a fresh cigar, and we'll go to the stables. When I'm fed up with mankind, I always take a squint at my gees.
human
So do I, Davenant. But they'll have to go, too.
gpt
Mine are ready for 'em.
human
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