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Royalty was giving a dinner party at the rendezvous which on that superb night seemed to be the centre of the universe--the Summer Casino at Monte Carlo. Royalty was giving it because the invitation said so, but a humbler admirer of court life was providing the cheque. Curtsies had been duly made and introductions effected. His Majesty was talking to the reigning favourite amongst his lady friends. His Foreign Minister was engaged in earnest conversation with Monster Edouard Mermillon, the famous French statesman The member of the suite who was acting as master of ceremonies, and was carrying about a list in his hand, made urgent approach.
"Monsieur Mermillon," he begged the lady whom you are to have the honour of conducting in to dinner is close by. You will permit me this opportunity of presenting you?