Anna didn't have to be asked twice.

"Are you sure?" Glancing up at her husband, she continued, "we can join them on the next ship leaving here after we settle our affairs."

Herman waved his hand, "I can get my associate to look after our things. Come, we must hurry."

Hans couldn't help but smile watching George's parents' eagerness to join their only child. He knew the feeling well, Gretjen his pride and joy. His heart was still tormented that his wife, ...