ABSTRACT
‘Now,’ continued Mrs Theresa, turning to Frederick, as soon as the servant had left the room, ‘now, Mr Frederick Montague, I have a favour – such a favour to ask of you – it’s a favour which only you can grant; you have such talents, and would do the thing so admirably! and my lady Battersby would quite adore you for it. She will do me the honour to be here to spend an evening to-morrow. I’m convinced Mr and Mrs Montague will find themselves obliged to stay out another day; and I so long to chew you / off to her ladyship; and your doctor Carbuncle, and your counsellor Puff, and your charming characters. You must let me introduce you to her ladyship to-morrow evening Promise me.’ –
