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The Marlings came early to Madame du Deffand's house, and were followed shortly by Merivale and Hugh Davenant. Madame du Deffand wanted to know what had become of Léonie, and was informed that she was indisposed, and had remained at home. Rupert presently arrived in company with d'Anvau and Lavoulère, and was twitted by several people, Madame du Deffand included, on his appearance at such a function.
"Doubtless you are come to read us a madrigal or a rondeau," Madame teased him. "Faites voir, milor', faites voir!"