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The second Court ball -- one of the most brilliant functions of the Roman season -- was at its height when, having arrived direct from Paris, very dirty and weary, Hubert hastened to his rooms, washed, changed into uniform, and drove at once to the Palace.
He was all anxiety to hear what had occurred during his absence.