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This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1881 Excerpt:... presented herself to my thought in such a way as made me sensible that I was still interested in her welfare. The cause of our rupture subsisting no longer, nature easily resumed her rights. As soon as I saw Don Manoel, I told him of the fatal accident of which Don Denis had informed me. I then expressed some curiosity to know in what state were my sister's affairs at that time. "I am not less curious than you," replied my friend. "We will, if you think proper, repair to Villardesaz, to console this beautiful widow for the death of her husband; and we shall at the same time see Ismenia, who I suppose is still with her. But," added he, " I am of opinion that it will be better to postpone this journey till after your nuptials." To this delay I assented the more readily, as I was extremely anxious to become the brotherin-law of Don Manoel de Pedrilla. The preparations for my marriage were therefore made with the utmost magnificence, and I espoused Donna Paula, who united her lot to mine with a satisfaction which rendered my happiness complete. There was nothing during a fortnight but concerts, balls, and entertainments. Had I been the Grand Seignior, I do not suppose that my wedding could have been celebrated by more feasts and rejoicings. CHAPTER XL WITH WHAT GENTLEMAN DON CHER UBIN BECAME ACQUAINTED, AND WHAT ENSUED--HE SETS OUT WITH DON MANOEL FOR CLEVILLENTE's COUNTRY SEAT WHAT HE MET WITH THERE. AMONG the young gentlemen who were at my nuptials, there was one who particularly struck me by his noble and agreeable air. As soon as I saw him, I demanded of Don Manoel who was that handsome cavalier. "He is called," replied he, "Don Gregorio de Clevillente." At the name of Clevillente I changed countenance and became exceedingly agitated, entertaining no doubt...