Post by Ymbert Montgomery on Apr 29, 2021 20:15:25 GMT
The Social Whirlwind by Le Mole
I am, I am afraid, rather bored. And some people should perhaps remember that I am not someone who is safe to leave in that state.
Still, the boredom was alleviated somewhat by the impressive social activity of our two lovely ladies, Mlle Jeanette and Mlle Valerie. It is rare to find an individual who can move with ease through both high and low society, but I'm pleased to say that Mlle Jeanette does so and equally impressive was Mlle Jeanette again.
Perhaps I shall start with the more low (although hardly base) event of the month, the social gathering at Hunters hosted by Mlle Jeanette. And it seems that almost all of the lower echelons of Parisian society turned out to pay their respects. Naturally, Mlle Valerie has never been one to refuse to be seen with her social betters and she brought her beau Guardsman Jacques along as well. Especially well represented were the professional classes, with both Monsieur Balls and Doctor D'Eath making an appearance. Father Chatten was there and I fancy I spied a wine glass in his hand. (Do we have a new Father Robin? I do hope so). And of course Monsieur Durant was there. I don't know why. Probably selling something.
While Mlle Jeanette was a gracious hostess, the real star of the event was the advocate Monsieur Balls. I never had you down as such a talented impressionist dear (and Monsieur Balls is no painter).
Sadly, as is his way, Doctor D'Eath was the center of attention for the wrong reasons. I fear the good doctor should avoid being in his cups when paying compliments. At least I assume that was his intention. But poor Mlle Jeanette seemed rather taken aback by his suggestion that she "should stick to hosting parties. From what I hear you'll never make it as an artist".
Will Mlle Jeannette graciously ignore the boorish behaviour of one of her guests or will she find a willing champion to put Doctor D'Eath back in his place? I do hope it's the latter. I am so very bored.
And there were not one but two high society events this month. Oh, really you are spoiling me.
I am rather surprised that Viscomte (oh, didn't you hear) Bougiedure thought that Mlle Valerie would enjoy a Parliment session. Although he was entirely correct to do so. She rather enjoyed being surrounded by all that power. Rather obviously so. A little bit of advice, dear Mlle Valerie. Ambition is a good thing, but not when it's obvious. I was even more surprised that Baron de la Azur of all people thought that he would allow Valerie to join his little group. Considering the fact that the Baron is a happily married man and not known for his bawdyhouse proclivities I cannot think of an explanation for this strange behaviour.
Speaking of Baron Renald de la Azur, he was guest of honour at the English Ambassador's Ball, as befits a man of his station. And of course his dear friend Viscomte Bougiedure was there, unlike his less good friend Sieur D'Blancheur who spent all month rather dully at court apart from a single visit to his wife whom he didn't even bother taking to a club.
And Viscomte Bougiedure was there with a far more fitting companion, Mlle Jeanette. And I have to say, she is a young lady who knows her way round a ballroom.
So that was a rather splendid month overall and hopefully I shall be in a better mood next month or some people may find there will be consequences...
I am, I am afraid, rather bored. And some people should perhaps remember that I am not someone who is safe to leave in that state.
Still, the boredom was alleviated somewhat by the impressive social activity of our two lovely ladies, Mlle Jeanette and Mlle Valerie. It is rare to find an individual who can move with ease through both high and low society, but I'm pleased to say that Mlle Jeanette does so and equally impressive was Mlle Jeanette again.
Perhaps I shall start with the more low (although hardly base) event of the month, the social gathering at Hunters hosted by Mlle Jeanette. And it seems that almost all of the lower echelons of Parisian society turned out to pay their respects. Naturally, Mlle Valerie has never been one to refuse to be seen with her social betters and she brought her beau Guardsman Jacques along as well. Especially well represented were the professional classes, with both Monsieur Balls and Doctor D'Eath making an appearance. Father Chatten was there and I fancy I spied a wine glass in his hand. (Do we have a new Father Robin? I do hope so). And of course Monsieur Durant was there. I don't know why. Probably selling something.
While Mlle Jeanette was a gracious hostess, the real star of the event was the advocate Monsieur Balls. I never had you down as such a talented impressionist dear (and Monsieur Balls is no painter).
Sadly, as is his way, Doctor D'Eath was the center of attention for the wrong reasons. I fear the good doctor should avoid being in his cups when paying compliments. At least I assume that was his intention. But poor Mlle Jeanette seemed rather taken aback by his suggestion that she "should stick to hosting parties. From what I hear you'll never make it as an artist".
Will Mlle Jeannette graciously ignore the boorish behaviour of one of her guests or will she find a willing champion to put Doctor D'Eath back in his place? I do hope it's the latter. I am so very bored.
And there were not one but two high society events this month. Oh, really you are spoiling me.
I am rather surprised that Viscomte (oh, didn't you hear) Bougiedure thought that Mlle Valerie would enjoy a Parliment session. Although he was entirely correct to do so. She rather enjoyed being surrounded by all that power. Rather obviously so. A little bit of advice, dear Mlle Valerie. Ambition is a good thing, but not when it's obvious. I was even more surprised that Baron de la Azur of all people thought that he would allow Valerie to join his little group. Considering the fact that the Baron is a happily married man and not known for his bawdyhouse proclivities I cannot think of an explanation for this strange behaviour.
Speaking of Baron Renald de la Azur, he was guest of honour at the English Ambassador's Ball, as befits a man of his station. And of course his dear friend Viscomte Bougiedure was there, unlike his less good friend Sieur D'Blancheur who spent all month rather dully at court apart from a single visit to his wife whom he didn't even bother taking to a club.
And Viscomte Bougiedure was there with a far more fitting companion, Mlle Jeanette. And I have to say, she is a young lady who knows her way round a ballroom.
So that was a rather splendid month overall and hopefully I shall be in a better mood next month or some people may find there will be consequences...