Montoni sent forward his servant, and then disembarked with his family.

They found Mons.

and Madame Quesnel, with a few friends, seated on sofas in the portico, enjoying the cool breeze of the night, and eating fruits and ices, while some of their servants at a little distance, on the river's bank, were performing a simple serenade.

Emily was now accustomed to the way of living in this warm country, and was not surprised to find Mons.

and Madame Quesnel in their portico, two hours after midnight.
The usual salutations being over, the company seated themselves in the portico, and refreshments were brought them from the adjoining hall, where a banquet was spread, and servants attended.