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The Scarlet Pimpernel · Character

Lord Grenville

A British nobleman who hosts a ball in the story.

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Also known as Grenville

First appearance: Lord Grenville's Ball

Lord Grenville shows up with force in X: In the Opera Box. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Hosts the ball where the Scarlet Pimpernel is expected to appear; discusses the League's efforts with the Comtesse.
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Lord Grenville first appears in 0012 xi lord grenville s ball.

In X: In the Opera Box: Hosts the ball where the Scarlet Pimpernel is expected to appear; discusses the League's efforts with the Comtesse.

Later, in Lord Grenville's Ball: Hosts the ball, receives the Prince, and introduces the Comtesse and Chauvelin.

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  • Closing

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