# IV explained — Ticket No. 9672

> Chapter companion for Ticket No. 9672 by Jules Verne.

## What happens

Ole Kamp and Hulda Hansen decide to marry before Ole's final voyage. They are formally betrothed in a ceremony officiated by Pastor Andersen. Ole promises to leave the sea and join Joel's business. After Ole departs for Newfoundland, a stranger delivers a message from Monsieur Sandgoist, causing Dame Hansen great anxiety.

## Themes in this chapter

### Love and Longing

The betrothal of Ole and Hulda, their mutual affection, and the year of separation they must endure.

### Sacrifice and Family Loyalty

Ole plans to leave the sea for family life; Dame Hansen's hidden anxiety about Sandgoist's visit.

### Greed and Exploitation

Monsieur Sandgoist's looming visit hints at financial pressure or exploitation of the Hansen family.

## Character check-ins

### Ole Kamp

Betrothed to Hulda; plans to leave the sea after his final voyage and join Joel's business.

### Hulda Hansen

Betrothed to Ole; looks forward to his letters and his return.

### Joel Hansen

Supports the betrothal; plans to take Ole into partnership.

### Dame Hansen

Anxious and gloomy; receives a troubling message from Monsieur Sandgoist.

### Pastor Andersen

Officiates the betrothal ceremony at Dal.

### Monsieur Sandgoist

Mentioned as planning a visit to Dame Hansen, causing her distress.

## Key lines

> I shall not follow the sea any more after my marriage.

Ole vows to give up seafaring once he is married.

_Ole's commitment to a new life with Hulda._

> I have loved you a long time, Hulda, without saying so.

Ole confesses his long-standing love for Hulda.

_The quiet declaration of love between the couple._

> It was more than probable that he would pay you a visit next month.

The stranger warns Dame Hansen that Sandgoist intends to come see her soon.

_The ominous message that increases Dame Hansen's anxiety._

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