Among these foreigners was to be seen every description of costume, and every variety of tongue could be heard.

The Spaniard found himself beside a native of Lucca, the Portuguese near the Florentine, the English with the Genoese, the German next to the Venetian; and, as on Change at Antwerp, they found means to understand each other.
Mr.Van de Werve had at first remained near the door in order to welcome his guests as they entered; but supposing that the greater part of those invited had arrived, he left this place and was walking from group to group, joining in conversation for a few moments, and saying some pleasant words to each.
The old Deodati had seated himself in an arm-chair apart.

So many had welcomed him on his arrival at Antwerp, and he had been the object of so much polite attention, that, being fatigued from standing and talking, he was now seeking some repose.
By his side was Simon Turchi, conversing familiarly and in a low tone with the old man.

The hypocrite feigned an extraordinary affection for the venerable nobleman, and flattered him by every expression of respect and esteem.

They had already spoken of the attempted assassination, and Simon Turchi had expressed his astonishment, for he did not believe that Geronimo had an enemy in the world.