Mr. Collins Proposes by Susan Mason-Milks November 27, 1811 After the ball, Mrs. Bennet lay awake delighting in thoughts of Jane’s wedding to Mr. Bingley. He had not yet proposed, but after making his preference for Jane so clear at the ball tonight, it was surely only a matter of time before he …
The Netherfield Ball, as seen by Lt. Denny November 26, 1811 LIEUTENANT DENNY, IMMACULATE IN HIS NUMBER ONE UNIFORM, paid his respects to his hosts, Mr. and Miss Bingley, before following Captain Carter into the main room of Netherfield. At his shoulder were his comrades, Pratt and Chamberlayne. His friends were looking for diversion, something …
Elizabeth is not the only one facing a disappointment at the Netherfield Ball Author Note: This is part of a mini-series of scenes telling the story of Charlotte Lucas’ other romance. Here are the previous parts: Part 1, Part 2 November 26, 1811 Charlotte had dressed with unusual care for the Netherfield Ball. Her dress …
Darcy’s Resolution by Susan Mason-Milks November 23, 1811 Darcy cleared an opening on the desk in the study at Netherfield, marveling at how Bingley could find anything, let alone get work done with papers and correspondence stacked everywhere in such a careless manner. Clutter and disorder always inhibited Darcy’s ability to think clearly. His hope …
Charlotte find the Phillips’ party quite interesting. November 20, 1811 The Lucas’ carriage stopped with a lurch. Papa had asked the driver time and time again to learn to do better, and each time he promised he would, but change never happened. How like a metaphor for life that seemed. But those were thoughts …
What did Wickham know, and when did he know it? Author’s Note: When I first agreed to write this scene back in 2011, I thought it would be quick and easy. Instead it changed my understanding of the plot of Pride & Prejudice! I always thought it was coincidence that Wickham had decided to charm …
A visitor comes to Longbourn November 18, 1811 Mr. Collins was punctual to his time, and was received with great politeness by the whole family. Mr. Bennet indeed said little; but the ladies were ready enough to talk, and Mr. Collins seemed neither in need of encouragement, nor inclined to be silent himself. – Pride …
What were Darcy’s thoughts on Elizabeth’s visit to Netherfield? November 17, 1811 On Sunday, after morning service, the separation, so agreeable to almost all, took place… Elizabeth took leave of the whole party in the liveliest of spirits. – Chapter 12 Darcy and Bingley stood quietly side by side as they watched the carriage conveying …
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