He was conducted round the buildings and plantations with every mark of respect and kindness.

The fountains played in his honour.
It was the season of the Carnival; and never had the vast palace and the sumptuous gardens presented a gayer aspect.

In the evening the two kings, after a long and earnest conference in private, made their appearance before a splendid circle of lords and ladies.

"I hope," said Lewis, in his noblest and most winning manner, "that we are about to part, never to meet again in this world.

That is the best wish that I can form for you.