Werve

He was continually insisting upon a reconciliation with my uncle the minister, and that I should prepare Francis for the sale of the Werve.

Majoor Frans. English James [Translator] Akeroyd 1849

Captain Rolf, an old pensioned officer, quartered at the Werve; he is of rude manners and ill-educated, for he has risen from the ranks; but he has a good heart, and my grandfather could not do without his company.

Majoor Frans. English James [Translator] Akeroyd 1849

"And yet the Werve is beautifully situated, uncle."

Majoor Frans. English James [Translator] Akeroyd 1849

In the morning, when the carriage I had ordered over-night drove up to the door, I was still debating in my own mind whether I should go to the Werve, or tell my driver to take me to the nearest station and return to the Hague.

Majoor Frans. English James [Translator] Akeroyd 1849

May I hope you will come to the Werve to have a last interview with me?

Majoor Frans. English James [Translator] Akeroyd 1849

I was sent off to the Werve with my tutor, for I had begun to understand and to make observations.

Majoor Frans. English James [Translator] Akeroyd 1849

I made more than one visit to the Werve during my father's last illness.

Majoor Frans. English James [Translator] Akeroyd 1849

"You have simply to return to the Werve," I answered, "where you will find a friend actively preparing for your reception."

Majoor Frans. English James [Translator] Akeroyd 1849

During our absence the Werve will be restored, and Rolf will be left in charge.

Majoor Frans. English James [Translator] Akeroyd 1849

"Then you shall be welcome at the Werve also by exception, for as a rule we admit no new faces."

Majoor Frans. English James [Translator] Akeroyd 1849