eight o’clock
you do n't understand political exigencies . '' During this evening , which seemed interminable to Madame Rabourdin , another scene was occurring in the place Royale , -- one of those comedies which are played in seven Parisian salons whenever there is a change of ministry . The Saillards ' salon was crowded . Monsieur and Madame Transon arrived at eight o'clock ; Madame Transon kissed Madame Baudoyer , nee Saillard . Monsieur Bataille , captain of the National Guard , came with his wife and the curate of Saint Paul 's . `` Monsieur Baudoyer , '' said Madame Transon . `` I wish to be the first to congratulate you ; they have done justice to your talents .