Sarah to get well with her sickness. His love for his daughter ensures his willingness to aid the fugitives, if only for her sake. He is in fact a long term fan and admirer of Isabel, admitting to her that he was the man who sent her red roses in Barcelona; it is implied that a romantic attachment meant is growing between the couple and that their respective children approve. Robert and Maria Robert and Maria are servants at the home of Mr. Albert. Robert is the butler and sometimes chauffeur, while Maria is the housekeeper. They appear to be fond of each other but refuse to admit it, not even to themselves. The Carlos Company The Carlos Company is a band of gypsies whom Sebastian's mother, Isabel, is traveling with. Isabel is, in fact, their star performer because of her beauty and wonderful singing voice. She also makes and repairs the company's costumes, a skill she uses to good effect when she makes Anne-Marie a wedding dress. Hernandez and Fernandez Hernandez and Fernandez are a reoccurring duo of crooks that are trying to capture Belle for a quick rise to fame, fortune, and popularity. Oscar and Johnny Oscar is a traveling performer that uses his feats of strength by breaking chains wrapped around his body. Johnny is Oscar's son and also is a performer, but not in strength. His ability is that of balance and agility. They used to be members of the Carlos company and Oscar still holds a candle for Isabel in his heart, as well as a photo of her in his trunk, which he shows to Sebastian. He refuses to give it at first, as it is a prized possession. Inspector Garcia Inspector Garcia is an officer of the Spanish Police and is always hot on the trail of Belle and Sebastian. He is heavy-set and has a thin mustache. Officer Martin Officer Martin is the Inspector's assistant and a very clumsy man. Commander Costello Costello is the head of the Spanish Border Guards and has a strong resemblance to Fidel Castro. Episodes References External links 1981 anime television series debuts 1980s Nickelodeon original programming NHK original programming Television shows based on children's books Television shows set in France Adventure anime and manga Historical anime and manga Australian Broadcasting Corporation original programming BBC children's television shows