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Quote by William Wycherley
A mistress should be like a little country retreat near the town,

A mistress should be like a little country retreat near the town, not to dwell in constantly, but only for a night and away. – William Wycherley

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Wit is more necessary than beauty and I think no young woman ugly that has it, and no handsome woman agreeable without it. – William Wycherley

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