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The interview which took place between Feather and Lord Coombe a few days later had its own special character.
"A governess will come here tomorrow at eleven o'clock," he said. "She is a Mademoiselle Vallé. She is accustomed to the educating of young children. She will present herself for your approval. Benby has done all the rest."