I cheerfully accepted the invitation, and went with him to your friend Mr.Wortley's.

A numerous party was assembled, chiefly of the female sex.

I was introduced by Welbeck by the title of _a young friend of his_.

Notwithstanding my embarrassment, I did not fail to attend to what passed on this occasion.

I remarked that the utmost deference was paid to my companion, on whom his entrance into this company appeared to operate like magic.