He, however, spoke only of his intention of changing some of the Ladies of the Bedchamber.

But he did not say that he had made this intention clear to your Majesty; only that he had so arranged the matter with his political friends.

The popular impression is greatly in favour of the course pursued by your Majesty.
_Viscount Melbourne to Queen Victoria._ _14th May 1839._ Lord Melbourne presents his humble duty to your Majesty, and is most sorry to hear that your Majesty does not feel well.

It is very natural that your Majesty does not.

Lord Melbourne does not believe that there was anything wanting in your Majesty's manner yesterday evening,[43] but depend upon it, if there was, every allowance would be made for the fatigue and anxiety which your Majesty has gone through, and for the painful and embarrassing situation in which your Majesty is still placed.
Lord Melbourne will wait upon your Majesty at two, and will have the honour of conversing with your Majesty upon Peel's speech.
[Footnote 43: At the State Concert.] [Pageheading: THE QUEEN'S VIEW] _Queen Victoria to the King of the Belgians._ BUCKINGHAM PALACE, _14th May 1839._ MY DEAR UNCLE,--I begin to think you have forgotten me, and you will think I have forgotten you, but I am certain you will have guessed the cause of my silence.