human
Gentlemen, what think you of this?
gpt
There can be no doubt that it is a foul act of treachery, Williams said,
human
We will not decide upon it ourselves, the governor said.
gpt
I will summon six of the leading citizens, who shall sit as a jury with us. This is a grave matter, and touches the honour of the citizens as well as the safety of the town.
human
It is useless for me to deny it, he replied.
gpt
I am caught in the act, and must suffer for it. I have done my duty to the King of Spain, my sovereign; and I warn you he will take vengeance for my blood.
human
That we must risk, the governor said.
gpt
Now, gentlemen, you citizens of this town now attacked by the Spaniards, and you, sir, who are in command of the soldiers of the Queen of England, have heard the evidence and the answer the prisoner has made. What is your opinion thereon? Do you, Sir Roger Williams, being highest in rank and authority, first give your opinion.
human
I find that he is guilty of an act of gross treason and treachery. For such there is but one punishment--death.
gpt
You are found guilty of this foul crime, the governor said,