"The duchess of --, who was newly married to the earl of P--, a
particular friend of Lord W--'s, carried me to court, and presented
me to the queen, who expressed her approbation of my person in very
particular terms, and, observing the satisfaction that appeared in
my countenance, with marks of admiration, desired her ladies to
take notice, how little happiness depended upon wealth, since there
was more joy in my face than in all her court besides.
"Such a declaration could not fail to overwhelm me with blushes,
which her Majesty seemed to behold with pleasure; for she frequently
repeated the remark, and showed me to all the foreigners of
distinction, with many gracious expressions of favour. She wished
Lord W-- happiness instead of joy, and was pleased to promise,
that she would provide for her pretty beggars. And poor enough we
certainly were in every article but love. Nevertheless, we felt no
necessities, but passed the summer in a variety of pleasures and
parties; the greatest part of which were planned by Lord W--'s
sister and another lady, who was at that time mistress to the prime
minister.
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