I told her frankly.

"It is impossible to doubt the truth of what you say, my dear

Mademoiselle de Chatenoeuf, after having heard your performance. I knew

that you were considered a good performer, but I had no idea of the

perfection which you have arrived at."

"If your daughters are really fond of music, they would soon do as well,

my lady," replied I.

"Impossible," exclaimed her ladyship; "but still they must gain

something from listening to you. You look fatigued. Do you wish to go

to bed? Augusta will go up with you."

"I have a nervous headache," replied I, "and I will accept your

ladyship's considerate proposal."

Augusta, the eldest daughter, lighted a chamber-candle, and went up with

me into my room. After a little conversation, she wished me good-night,

and thus passed the first day in St James's Square.

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