Midnight
Chevalier Duvall , thy star is on the ascendant ! '' That afternoon the gentleman presented the cheque at the bank ; it was promptly paid , and he returned to the Duchess , with whom he celebrated the brilliant success of the operation , by a magnificent supper . _ The Stolen Package . -- The Midnight Outrage . -- The Marriage , and Awful Discovery . _ A very merry party were assembled in the elegant parlor of Mr. Goldworthy 's superb mansion in Howard street about two weeks after the events described in the last chapter . There was Fanny Aubrey herself , looking prettier than ever , with her splendid hair tastefully braided , her graceful , _ petite _ form set off to advantage by an elegant dress , and her lovely countenance radiant with the hues of health and happiness .