The narrator call Mademoiselle Lalande a "queenly apparition" when he first sees her because he felt that the lady is a magic in a form of a woman. I hope my answer has come to your help. God bless and have a nice day ahead! Feel free to ask more questions.
Shanti means peace.
Basically, the word "Shanti" is in Hindi.
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I would say 'A' Incredulous.
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Pretty sure its to create an image or can be A influence the reader.