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you don't mind."
The Marquis gave his hand to the princess, and
followed the king, who went first. After the tour
they came out into the garden where they found
a magnificent table, and enjoyed the excellent
courses. Then Puss in person came to serve the
spirits. His majesty was perfectly charmed with
the good qualities of Marquis of Carabas, as was
his daughter, who had fallen violently in love with
him, and, seeing the vast estate he possessed, he
joined the hands of the young lovers and said to
Fortunio: "Since I see that you love my daughter
as well as she loves you, I bless your wedding."
The Marquis, making several low bows, thanked
his majesty for the honuor which he conferred
upon him and that very same day he __
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