"That this scoundrel-this roue-this libertine-dared to cast his vile eyes on as sweet and pure a girl as ever breathed.
"The Master of the Ceremonies"
George Manville Fenn
Major Rockley was out walking with Miss Claire Denville out on the Downs-" Cora's faintness passed away, and the room ceased to glide round as her eyes brightened, and she felt as if she could have embraced that handsome roue, who always, bowed to her with such a look of insolent contempt.
"The Master of the Ceremonies"
George Manville Fenn
I have horsewhipped a vile roue for the blow he struck me, and ten times as much for-Keep off!
"The Master of the Ceremonies"
George Manville Fenn