The Remarkable Miss Darcy by Jennifer Joy

Author:Jennifer Joy [Joy, Jennifer]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2019-03-21T05:00:00+00:00

Chapter 15

Was Miss Darcy angry at him? Again?

Her hands clenched into fists, and her lips pressed into a thin line. It was a pity. Miss Darcy's lips were better appreciated in their plump fullness. The slight flare of her nostrils would have been adorable had Michael not known her ire to be directed at him. What had he done to provoke her?

If she believed he would expose her to danger when he was the one entrusted with the recovery of Miss Bennet, then she gravely misunderstood his character. She had a beautiful family who would miss her were the worst to happen. Her loss would be felt too deeply. Unlike his.

He followed Mr. Darcy out of the study, anxious to continue his search.

Before they reached the landing, Miss Darcy chased after them, calling out, "My dowry is thirty thousand pounds. Use it to get her back. It is sitting in the bank, ready. Please use it for her." Her eyes brightened in supplication.

Michael was grateful no reply was expected of him. What do you say to such a generous, selfless offer? He, a gentleman practiced in the art of persuasive argument, was stricken dumb.

In their short acquaintance, Miss Darcy consistently considered the needs of others before her own comfort and pleasure. There had been many opportunities for her to act otherwise, but her generosity was proved authentic time and again.

Mrs. Darcy wrapped her arm around Miss Darcy. "I love your attachment to my silliest sister." Her voice wavered, but she continued, "We must discuss the matter with my father. I expect him to arrive soon."

"We will do what we must to get her back. We will do whatever it takes," Mr. Darcy said, his tone strong and steady.

Michael did not doubt him. Mr. Darcy was not the sort to utter empty promises.

His words had the desired effect on his wife and sister. They knew him to be trustworthy, and they bestowed their precious confidence on him. Would that Miss Darcy looked at him with such faith.

Michael's admiration got the better of him, and before he could stop them, the words came rushing out of his mouth. "I wish there were more families like yours." Now that he had begun, he felt he needed to explain. "Families who place greater importance on the ones they love than on their fortunes."

Mr. Darcy looked away from his sister, his eyes snapping to Michael. "I have seen too many men compromise their character for fortune. My father was one of them."

It would have been easy for Michael to assume the Darcys' life had been nothing but roses and rainbows.

Miss Darcy had hinted at trouble. He ought to have known better.

Once again, Michael adjusted his view toward them. Once again, respect strengthened its grip on his mind and his curiosity deepened.

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