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The happy day at length arrived. The betrothed went to the church

where they were united by Don Abbondio. The day after, the

wedding party made their visit at the castle. We will leave the

reader to imagine their reflections on entering those walls! In

the midst of their joy, however, they felt that the presence of

the good Father Christopher was wanting to complete it. "But,"

said Lucy, "he is even happier than we are, assuredly."

The contract was drawn up by a doctor, but not Azzecca Garbugli!

He was gone to Canterelli. For those who are not of this country,

an explanation of this expression may be necessary.