Rebuilding Pemberley by Melanie Schertz

Author:Melanie Schertz [Schertz, Melanie]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Tags: Fiction, historical, Regency, romance, Women's Fiction
ISBN: 9781548165413
Google: 7yJqswEACAAJ
Amazon: 1548165417
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2017-06-15T23:00:00+00:00

“Thank you. Once I have written to my uncle, I will turn myself over to your pristine care.”

~~**~~

The Fitzwilliam family arrived at the home of the Gardiners, in Cheapside at approximately half past two on Sunday afternoon. They were welcomed into the sitting room, where they found their nephew sitting on the sofa, his arm draped over his betrothed’s shoulders, pulling into his body, lending her his strength.

Lord Matlock took the chair next to Darcy. “Elizabeth, we have been concerned with you since we learned of your nightmare. What can you tell me of the two men you saw? Your uncle informed us that you believe you saw two men outside the house at Netherfield, the night the fire began.”

“The one man was near the same age as my father. He appeared shorter than Papa, though larger around, and had dark hair. The fire was bright, shedding light on the two men. The older man was wearing a great coat, though no hat. But the thing that was most distinct about him was his face. The left side of his face, below his eye, was scarred as if he had been burned. It made him look quite evil.” Elizabeth drew strength from Darcy’s embrace. “The thought of the Atherton family being murdered is difficult. They were a sweet family, kind and caring. Why would anyone wish to harm them?”

“I have sent a message to the Duke of Thornton. He is familiar with Ashby and his relations. Hopefully he can shed some light on the man. It is my belief that it was James Ashby who was responsible for the fire of Netherfield Park. And, if he is responsible for the fire at Netherfield, it is a good chance that he was responsible for the similar fire at Pemberley.”

“What can be done?” Darcy inquired. He had come to the same conclusion, and it would mean that his mother was murdered.

“I am not certain. I have very little to do with Ashby, as I do not approve of the way he treats people, so I keep my distance. The man is cruel to everyone, even his peers. If he is willing to be openly harsh and rude to a duke, there is little doubt of how he treats his servants.”

Richard was always planning and preparing for battles, so it came as no surprise when he determined action needed to me made. “It would be unwise for Miss Elizabeth to remain here. No offense, Mr Gardiner, but it places your home and family in jeopardy. We should make a production of her leaving your home, with her trunks, in case someone is watching the house.”

“I have already instructed Mrs Kingston to prepare the Mistress’s rooms at Darcy House. You could simply move into the rooms that will be yours tomorrow.” William stated.

“Fitzwilliam Darcy, you will not do such a thing.” Lady Matlock declared. “It would tarnish Elizabeth’s reputation further. It would be best if she came to Matlock House for the evening. As the wedding and wedding breakfast will be there, it would not raise too much attention.

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