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The Contessa

A titled woman met during the Continental trip.

minor

Also known as Contessa

First appearance: xxix continental

The Contessa first appears in 0028 xxix continental.

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FMFräulein MärzUBUrsula BrangwenRBRupert BirkinHRHermione RoddiceGBGudrun BrangwenTCThe Contessa

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