Forgetting Darcy by Kate Jensen

Author:Kate Jensen [Jensen, Kate]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: JAFF
Published: 2019-04-01T06:00:00+00:00

Chapter Nine

The next morning Mr. Darcy’s physician from London arrived at Pemberley and examined his patient. He spent about an hour with Elizabeth before returning downstairs to Mr. Gardiner, Mr. Darcy, and Colonel Fitzwilliam.

“Miss Bennet appears to be doing well,” said Dr. Buchanan in reply to the questions of the gentlemen. “I am satisfied with the treatments that Mr. Carter has recommended. Plenty of rest is the best medicine at this point.”

“And what of her memory?” asked Mr. Gardiner. “Do you think that it will eventually return?”

“I would not be surprised if it does. I have seen cases where some small, insignificant thing can cause the memory to return. Perhaps once Miss Bennet returns to her home something will jog the memories back.”

“Thank you, Dr. Buchanan. Shall I have Mrs. Reynolds prepare a room for you?” asked Mr. Darcy.

“Yes, please. I would like to stay a few days in order to make sure that Miss Bennet continues to improve.”

“The doctor says that you are recovering nicely, Miss Elizabeth,” said Colonel Fitzwilliam when the ladies joined the gentlemen a few minutes later. “I am pleased to hear it. You gave us all quite the scare with your accident.”

“Thank you for your concern, Colonel. I am well pleased to be on the mend.”

“Indeed, Miss Eliza, one could hardly believe that you were so grievously injured only a few days ago. You seem almost completely recovered. It must be a great relief as I’m sure you and your relations are eager to continue your trip. I am surprised that Mr. Gardiner can take so much time away from his business in London.”

By this time the others were used to Miss Bingley’s attacks on Elizabeth. Dr. Buchanan was the only one who seemed shocked by her rudeness. “Although Miss Bennet is recovering well, I would not recommend travelling in the next little while.”

“Of course not!” said Miss Darcy. “We wouldn’t hear of Miss Bennet leaving yet. She needs more time to recover fully and we are enjoying this time to get to know her better.”

“Certainly the Gardiners and Miss Elizabeth should stay here until she is fully recovered. I have never enjoyed guests more. I hope your business will allow you to stay longer, Mr. Gardiner.”

“I thank you, Mr. Darcy. Our plans were to travel until the end of July so we would be happy to remain until the doctor feels that Lizzy is well enough to travel. I am hopeful to hear from Mr. Bennet before we continue on our trip as well. I should not be surprised if he returns with Mr. Bingley. Lizzy is his particular favorite and he’ll be very concerned about her health.”

“Is Mr. Bingley expected back soon?” asked Elizabeth.

“I wouldn’t be surprised if he makes it back either tomorrow night or the following day,” answered Mr. Darcy.

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