Compromise and Obligation: A Darcy and Elizabeth Pride and Prejudice Regency Variation by Harriet Knowles & a Lady

Author:Harriet Knowles & a Lady [Knowles, Harriet]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2017-05-04T06:00:00+00:00

My dearest Jane,

I have only a few moments to write to you, as a friend has promised to have this letter conveyed to Netherfield, from whence I pray that it comes soon into your hands.

I hope that it will relieve your mind that I am safe, although I cannot yet tell you where I am. And I am so very sorry to have caused you concern by the manner of my departing, and I will continue to hope that you may soon be happy and settled. Then I hope I will be able to correspond properly with you.

But I must make haste and finish,

Your loving sister,

Elizabeth

She folded the note, and handed it to Mr. Darcy, who was waiting quietly in the doorway.

“I thought that it was as well not to seal it with the seal of this house, sir. I have been careful not to intimate in any way where I am or who I am with.” She hesitated. “I am content if you wish to read it, sir.”

He bowed gravely. “I thank you for your trust in me, Miss Bennet. But I trust you. Look, here is a plain seal.” He quickly sealed her letter and tucked it safely into his pocket. He turned to include his sister in their conversation.

“I will be back tomorrow evening at the latest. The servants have been instructed not to admit any visitors without discussion with you first.” He smiled. “I hope to be able to bring you news of your sister that will relieve your anxiety, Miss Bennet.”

Then he was gone, and Elizabeth was surprised how downcast she felt. But she pulled herself together and turned to Georgiana with a smile.

“You play beautifully. I think you must practice a great deal.”

“Oh, yes. I am very fond of music. Do you play, Elizabeth?”

“I do, but rather ill. But I have always found playing duets occasionally passes the time very pleasantly.”

The girl beamed. “It sounds fun, Elizabeth. But I hope you do not play too fast. Miss Bingley plays too well for me to be able to keep up with her.”

“Oh, no,” Elizabeth said. “We must start off very slowly together, until we understand each other’s manner of playing.” She hesitated. “But shall we wait until later, and have some more tea? I would like to hear how you pass the time here, and what there is to do.”

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