[76]

avec joie at the thought that she is still beautiful enough to be loved by a young man, and so possibly by Henri. De Grignon naturally misinterprets it.

[77]

dussiez-vous, even though you should. The imperfect subjunctive, being avoided (See [p.3, note 12]), has, when used, a peculiar emphasis.

[78]

Bal champêtre, Rural dancing party, or festival, at which the masters may mingle with their servants and retainers.

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