There were boar hunts in the morning and concerts in the evening.

Every gentleman of the legation had a gamekeeper specially assigned to him.

The guests, who, in their own island were accustomed to give extravagant vails at every country house which they visited, learned, with admiration, that His Highness's servants were strictly forbidden to receive presents.

At his luxurious table, by a refinement of politeness, choice cider from the orchards round the Malvern Hills made its appearance in company with the Champagne and the Burgundy.
Portland was welcomed by his master with all the kindness of old times.
But that kindness availed nothing.

For Albemarle was still in the royal household, and appeared to have been, during the last few months, making progress in the royal favour.