Vressac drew near the Viscountess, and passionately told her, Love revenged him; to which she replied, fixing her eyes on me, “He must then have been very angry indeed: for he has had ample satisfaction; but I am much fatigued, and want rest.”
I was very well pleased. Before we parted, I pleaded so powerfully for Vressac, that I brought about a reconciliation. The lovers embraced, and I also received theirs. I was indifferent to the Viscountess’s kisses; but I own I was pleased with Vressac’s. We left her; after having received his thanks, we returned to our beds.
If the tale diverts you, I don’t mean to bind you to secrecy. Now I have had my amusement, it is right the public should also have their share. For this time you have only the history; hereafter we shall talk of the heroine.
Adieu. My huntsman has been in waiting an hour. I particularly recommend it to you to be on your guard against Prevan.
From the Castle of ——,
Sept. 15, 17—.
[LETTER LXXII.]
CHEVALIER DANCENY to CECILIA VOLANGES.
(Delivered only the 14th.)