Chapter 53: September 29th: My Own Barbara Alexievna

September 29th: My Own Barbara Alexievna September 29th. My own Barbara Alexievna—Today, dearest, I saw Thedora, who informed me that you are to be married tomorrow, and on the following day to go away—for which purpose Bwikov has ordered a post-chaise. … Well, of the incident of his Excellency, I have already told you. Also I have verified the bill from the shop in Gorokhovaia Street. It is correct, but very long. Why is Monsieur Bwikov so out of humour with you? Nay, but you must be…