[98] Young lady of the house.

[99] Very well combed, literally—her hair well dressed.

[100] Unequalled.

[101] A young girl I am bringing up for (i. e. to be) a countess.

[102] Now, gentlemen, it is necessary to load—these cowardly Spaniards always fall suddenly upon one; and, if we are not prepared, we shall be all netted, like so many little birds.—We are all well armed with double-barrelled guns, and, with prudence, we shall have nothing to fear—but ...! prudence is necessary.

[103] In these parts, no evil-disposed persons whatever are to be met with; that sort of canaille know too well who Louis de Castro is.

[104] A gazpacho, eaten hot.

[105] Literally, beds—spots frequented by the deer.

[106] Wolf.

[107] The position taken up by the sportsmen is called the cama, as well as the haunt of the game.