The dinner had therefore been cooked in readiness, and Charlie was astonished at the profusion with which it was served.

Fish, joints, great pies, and game of many kinds were placed on the table in unlimited quantities; the drink being a species of beer, although excellent wine was served at the high table.

He could now understand how often the Polish nobles impoverished themselves by their unbounded hospitality and love of display.
"I suppose, for tomorrow, you will like to remain quiet," the count said, "but after that we will try to amuse you.

There is game of all sorts to be shot, or if you have had enough sport, lately, there will be a sledge and horses at your disposal, whenever you choose to ride or drive, and in a few days we will give an entertainment, in honour at once of our return, your visit, and the child's restoration to health.

Then you will have an opportunity of seeing our national dances." Charlie had had enough shooting, but he greatly enjoyed the drives in the sledges, behind the spirited horses.