[Pride and Prejudice] Stupid life in the 18th century

The days passed quietly in Manchester and Shakespeare's hometown. Elizabeth and Jane were educating Andrew and attending dances at their home in Stratford Town except in the textile factory.

Preparations for the nursery of the Bennett Textile Factory have already begun, and all families with young children have registered in advance. At the beginning, there are more than 100 employees' children of different ages under the age of 6.In this way, there must be at least five dedicated female workers to take care of them, and one child worker per person is almost enough.Mr. Bennett naturally found a way to solve the venue problem.

On the first day of opening, men and women who went to work brought their children over early in the morning.The little ones wore clothes that didn't fit well, and their faces and hair weren't well groomed.Jane felt a little soft-hearted when she saw it, and suggested that her father could use the old cloth in the warehouse to make smocks for them.Elizabeth also felt that the stocks that could not be sold could be sold to employees at a low price and in limited quantities, which not only reduced the living costs of the workers, but also allowed the dusty old goods in the warehouse to play a role.

Jane and a few female workers were busy taking care of and managing the children while assisting the child workers, but Elizabeth was impatient.She knows that many things cannot be accomplished overnight, what she can do now is to sort out the messy thoughts and make a gradual plan.After a few days of busy work like this, I finally had a complete written plan.Mr. Bennet was more delighted to receive this than any present he had ever received.

While the family was busy, the Viscount Westminster, who was studying in Cambridge, came to disturb him again during his vacation.He and Mr. Bennett have not broken letters, and he is accompanied by a family aristocrat, the Earl of Benson who returned from India.Earl Benson had a good impression of the Bennett family, especially when he took over Viscount Westminster's poorly managed farm and took constant care of Viscount Westminster.

When Jane and Elizabeth suddenly saw this gentleman with a yellow beard, he was still a little restrained. He looked dignified and unsmiling, but when he got in touch with him, he was very gentlemanly, especially when he treated ladies with gentleness and love, unlike Mr. Bennett, a commoner Communication is also amiable.The most important thing is that he is still a member of parliament. What the Bennett family lacks now is a political foundation besides the title.

Earl Benson was stroking his beard habitually again. Although he looked very old-fashioned, in fact he and his wife had no children so far, so he took extra care of Westminster. "Mr. Bennett, it is not an easy person to own such an industry in just a few years."

"Uncle Benson, didn't you develop very well in India?"

"Who said this is a great time? Look, this industrial revolution has brought about more changes than this." His words were meaningful, but he didn't reveal any more information to Ansair.The short time in Manchester was not wasted on socializing, he spent most of his daily life with Mr. Bennett.

This directly led to the fact that the Miss Bennetts had to be confined to the small town.But Mary, who came back for vacation, was very happy, and took her sisters to visit Shakespeare's former residence.Located in the heart of town a stone's throw from the Brunn River.An old two-story wooden building facing south and facing the street.On the first floor, the fire in the fireplace in the living room is still bright red, knives and forks are placed on the dining table, and the coffee pot and cups are somewhat rough.All these, as if the great writer is still alive.

Marie, who was approaching the age of 14, was already a girl, and she was doing well in school.As for the dance partner who took over from Elizabeth, they also got along very well.She didn't know Tom Reed well, and she didn't think he attracted her more than words.This time when she came back for vacation, besides playing, she just wrote in the study. What worried Elizabeth most was that Mary would dedicate her enthusiasm to the love in the novel, just like Jane Austen.Love in reality is naturally not so perfect. If you don’t manage it, you can only miss it. If you blindly wait and dream, it can only be an illusion in the end.

The previous labor disability dispute in a factory in London is now intensifying, and various public newspapers are reporting and following up.The public opinion on the two opposite sides of the bourgeoisie and the middle class became even more intense.The influence of public opinion on politics is also beginning to show. The immediate event is that Walpole's resignation at the beginning of the year has a lot to do with public dissatisfaction. William Pitt became the leader of the government with the support of the majority of the public.This dispute has received more attention, although it is too far away from the Bennett family.

Just as events were making further waves, Mr. Bennett was made a baronet for his benevolent deeds in the textile mills.Of course, this title does not represent aristocratic status, but it has greatly improved its status. At least from now on, Mr. Bennett has the qualifications of a member of the Hertfordshire House of Commons.Many people reacted excitedly to this news. Only then did the Bennetts truly become the first family in Longbourn. Sir Lucas, who was posturing, was not yet qualified.

A discerning person naturally knows that Mr. Benson from the House of Lords must be the biggest help.Mr. Bennett's goodwill towards hereditary nobles such as the Viscount of Westminster has also attracted many old nobles who stick to the old and show decline.

Only then did Ansair Westminster understand the meaning of Mr. Benson's words. There are too many opportunities in this era.

As a female family member of the prospective baronet's family, although Mrs. Bennett could not be called a lady, the girls in their family had a huge rise in social status.When it was time for the ball again, the shy boy came to invite Elizabeth to dance again.In addition to him who has been persistent, there are now more supporters.

Elizabeth was wearing a light pink striped dress, reflecting her pink and healthy complexion.The boy in a black tuxedo, his light-colored hair combed back obediently, and his ice-blue eyes filled with a touch of affection.He gently and politely invited Elizabeth to dance with him, but he was indeed a bit frequent this evening, and his ears were red.

Elizabeth handed him her hand naturally and gracefully, and the two entered the dance hall hand in hand. Apart from the ball, there was no other reasonable close contact between young men and women. "Mr. Nishizawa, so you have invited me to the third dance today."

Elizabeth said casually, and the fair face of the boy Nishizawa who was getting close inevitably showed a blush.

"...Dancing with you is the best thing." It took him a long time to say something that looked like a compliment but was extremely sincere.

"It's an honor to dance with Mr. Nishizawa." Elizabeth said with a smile, her beautiful amber eyes became curved and radiant.

"Miss Bennett, please be sure to come to my house as a guest the day after tomorrow." Caesar boy said hastily, his beautiful eyes full of expectation.

"Excuse me then. I will take my younger sister with me then. I hope she can make friends with your children of the same age."

"Miss Elizabeth's younger sister must be as charming and lovely as you!" Said the boy, Caesar, who seemed to feel that he was too flattering, and looked away in a panic.

Not far away, Mr. Bennett was idly watching the teenagers chasing his girls. Mrs. Bennett was talking to the lady next to her. She glanced at the two daughters from the corner of her eye and showed a satisfied smile.

Caesar boy is a child of an old family in the town. Although this family is only a country gentry so far, they are well-bred.

The house of Caesar's family looks very historic. Mrs. Caesar is not young but she can see the beauty of her youth. She looks much older than Mrs. Bennett.She received Elizabeth and her two younger sisters with a smile. Lydia looked like a really good child at this time.

The boy Caesar stood beside his mother, smiling shyly, while his younger siblings hid in the stairway, looking at the three guests below, discussing in a low voice.

"Tom, do you think that beautiful lady will become our sister-in-law?" The little girl with long hair looked at her little brother expectantly.

The little boy pretended to be thinking and rubbed his chin, which was very inconsistent with his posture bent over the railing of the stairs. "Looking at Daniel's appearance, you can tell that he is fascinated."

"I heard my father say that their family seems to be baronets!"

"I hope this Miss Bennet is a pleasant fellow!"

After Mrs. Caesar's brief reception, she left space for the young man, and left with a smile on her own.Caesar boy beckoned to his younger brothers and sisters who were watching secretly. "Tom, Charlotte, Dylan, come and meet the guests of the Bennetts."

The three little ones could not wait to run over. At this time, the self-cultivation of Catherine and Lydia was revealed. They greeted them gently and politely, and chatted with the children naturally and amiably.

The children of Caesar's family fell in love with them almost effortlessly, and Tom said to his elder brother lively: "Daniel, let's go to the garden with the two ladies, you two have a good chat~!"

"Daniel, I think the scenery by the Brunn River is the most suitable for you two young men and women to go for a walk~!" Charlotte Caesar said with a smile, and the two little sisters of the Bennett family have already held hands .

Mr. Nishizawa's face is really red now. "Go and play by yourself and entertain the guests well." Turning his head, he looked at Elizabeth with gentle expectation. "Why don't we go to the Zebulun River?"

Seeing the tenderness of the two of them, the children stopped teasing their elder brother and went to the garden happily.

Mr. Nishizawa thoughtfully put on Elizabeth's coat, handed over the parasol, and bent his arms properly after getting dressed.Elizabeth buttoned up her coat, held up a small parasol, and took his arm naturally.Looking at the big boy beside him, I secretly thought that this is the relationship between men and women in the 18th century. If it goes well... When will this Mr. Nishizawa propose?She is not yet 16 years old, I wonder if it is too early?Maybe get engaged first?

The other children of Caesar's family played very well with Catherine and Lydia. They were very envious when they heard that Miss Bennett had her own private tutor before and then went to a girls' school.Mrs. Caesar was even more satisfied when she found out about this.

Lydia was the best at putting on airs with her elders since she went to girls' school.She is still lively and jumping inside, a bit like Scarlett, I hope she has the same mind.