Lizzy Fitzwilliam, a Pride and Prejudice Variation by Melanie Schertz

Author:Melanie Schertz
Language: eng
Format: mobi
Tags: Not in Amazon Library, Angst, Extreme canon twisting (aka FWC), Alternate Universe, Amnesia, Pride and Prejudice & Related Fandoms, Lizzy not a Bennet
Published: 2020-12-12T05:00:00+00:00

Chapter 10

“Oh, how I wish I could have been there to witness such a putdown.” Lady Anne laughed. “Lizzy, you are nothing like Miss Bingley expected.”

“Mr Bingley, please forgive me for speaking so rudely to your sister, but I could not stop myself.” Lizzy pleaded with her eyes.

Bingley had also been laughing. “My only displeasure is that I was not witness the encounter. If you give my sister another dressing down, please send for me to be present.”

A chuckle escaped from Lizzy. “You have my word, Sir.”

“I believe it is time for me to turn my sister over to my aunt’s care. Aunt Agatha has lived a frugal life and holds to high standards. My father was close to his sister. I used to spend holidays from school at Aunt Agatha’s home. She should arrive tomorrow afternoon. Caroline will despise having to answer to our aunt, but I will enjoy watching every moment.”

“Do you believe your sister will remain at Netherfield? Would she not return to London?” William suggested?

“Possibly, though I am sending a message to my solicitor and banker in London. It is no longer my responsibility to see to Caroline’s bills, especially when she overspends her quarterly allowance.” A smile grew as Bingley spoke.

“They might wish to send word to the dressmaker and milliner, warning them that Miss Bingley will no longer have free rein to spend as she desires.” Lady Anne suggested.

“Thank you for the suggestion. I will include it in my letter. Tomorrow, will you join us for dinner, to welcome my aunt?”

Lady Elizabeth nodded her head. “Of course, Mr Bingley. I, for one, look forward to meeting your aunt.”

“It will please her to meet you. Now, I shall have a meeting with my sisters and inform them of the changes I am implementing.” Bingley stood to leave the room. Before opening the door, he turned to Lizzy. “Miss Fitzwilliam, I am grateful that my sister’s foolishness did not upset you. As I told my friend, I am pleased you are marrying this man. You make him come to life in a way I have never seen. Many blessings on your union.”

“Thank you, Mr Bingley. You would bless our wedding with your presence.” Lizzy stated.

William stood. “I was hoping you would stand up with me.”

Bingley’s eyes rounded. “It would be my honor, Darcy.” He held out his hand to shake William’s.

After Bingley left to search out his sisters, they discussed wedding details.

“Have you decided if you wished to wed at Pemberley or London?” Lady Anne prodded.

“Or you could have the wedding at Matlock. Your grandfather always wished to have a wedding at Matlock. With your father gone, Patrick would have wanted to walk you down the aisle.” Lady Elizabeth teared up as she spoke.

Lizzy leaned over, placing a hand on top of her grandmother’s. “It would have brought me joy to have Grandfather give me away. I am torn between having the wedding at Pemberley or Wilton Hall. As it is my home, the home of my father, it would be fitting.

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