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`` She saw that his resolution was fixed , and she made no opposition to it . She rang for her maid , and gave the necessary directions . And then , feeling very unwell , she sent down an excuse to her company , and retired to bed . `` At twelve o'clock that night , while the young people were enjoying themselves in some round game in the drawing-room , and Mr. Dubarry was doing all that he could to promote their entertainment , the whole party was startled by a terrific cry coming from Mrs. Dubarry 's chamber . All paused for a breathless instant , and then rushed tumultuously up the stairs . At the door of the bed-chamber , Mr. Dubarry turned around and waved them all back . Then he entered the chamber alone .