Quote by Jane Austen

It is happy for you that you possess the talent of flattering with delicacy. May I ask whether these pleasing attentions proceed from the impulse of the moment, or are they the result of previous study?

It is happy for you that you possess the talent of flatterin

Summary

This quote implies that the speaker admires the person's ability to flatter others subtly. They express curiosity about whether these flattering actions are instinctive or if they have been planned in advance. In essence, the speaker acknowledges the talent for charming others and seeks to understand if it is a natural inclination or a cultivated behavior.

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