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Demoiselle Oudarde Musnier

A gossipy woman who accompanies Mahiette to the Rat Hole.

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Also known as Oudarde Musnier, Oudarde, the good Oudarde

First appearance: History of a Leavened Cake of Maize

Demoiselle Oudarde Musnier shows up with force in History of a Leavened Cake of Maize. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Another listener who urges Mahiette to continue the tale with patience and sympathy.
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Demoiselle Oudarde Musnier first appears in 0033 iii history of a leavened cake of maize.

In History of a Leavened Cake of Maize: Another listener who urges Mahiette to continue the tale with patience and sympathy.

Later, in End of the Story of the Cake: Accompanies Mahiette and is addressed by her.

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DMDamoiselle Mah…PLPaquette la Ch…GEGervaiseSGSister GuduleLELa EsmeraldaDODemoiselle Oudarde M…

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  • Rat Hole recluses
  • Court of Miracles denizens

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