So do you take your ease at your home of Gablehurst; and when I have received instruction, I will, by your leave, join you there.

We shall certainly cross the sea to Holland; for we must not adventure ourselves in the hostile ports of France.

So 'twill all be in my way for the coast; and perchance your good mother will afford me the shelter of her friendly roof for one night." Tom's face lighted up as though a sunbeam had touched it.
"For a dozen, my lord, if you will thus far favour us! In sooth, I thank you heartily for this grace.

The village of Gablethorpe is well known to some persons even in these parts; and Gablehurst is the largest house in the place.

A hearty welcome will be yours, my lord, whenever you arrive there." "Thanks, good Tom.