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

The engagement ball of the eldest son of the Earl of Portsmouth and the second daughter of Lord Field was very grand. All the famous families and wealthy people in London's high society came, and the royal family, the Prince of Wales and his wife and the Duke of Cambridge also attended.The whole ball was brightly lit and full of people. To be honest, the Bennett family was able to attend such an occasion, thanks to Mr. Bennett's current wealth, but the status was quite different.

The Princess of Wales has just added a little princess to the royal family, and now she has two sons and two daughters, and the relationship between the couple is very harmonious.Although the Duke of Cambridge himself is not outstanding in appearance, he is indeed a very elegant gentleman.The ladies of the noble family are all looking at him intentionally or unintentionally, and it would be the greatest honor to dance with him.Of course, this honor is not meant for the ladies of the Bennett family anyway, and no one will introduce them to the Duke of Cambridge unknowingly.

In any case, Mrs. Bennett and her daughters are very excited to be able to participate in such a lively dance. Of course, Mrs. Bennett also remembers Mrs. Miller’s surprise training for her. will be wrong.As the groom-to-be, the brothers of the Allen family, close friends, also came, but today their attention is not on the upstart Bennett family.Nowadays, there are too many ladies who have both status and money.

This made Jane Bennett see the reality clearly. The Earl of Portsmouth respected their family for inviting them to such a grand occasion, although they were too busy to come and greet people.How could a family so close to the court abandon political interests and let the heir come to marry her.

Lord Field is the favorite minister who often goes to and from the court and walks in front of the Emperor!Miss Audrey of their family is also a generous beauty, and the two fiancées accepted everyone's blessings.Walking into the empty dance floor hand in hand, all the guests were waiting for them to lead the dance, until they danced and circled intimately before people joined in one after another.But obviously there were not many people in the first dance, and obviously everyone knew who the main character was.

Steve Portsmouth was looking at his fiancée with tender eyes, and Miss Audrey had a happy smile on her face.A very well-matched couple indeed.

Jane was submerged in the crowd, as if all the voices had disappeared, and all the focus tonight was on them.She had been worried that she would not be able to hold back the tears, but now she realized that she would not at all.His gentle, warm and affectionate eyes seemed to be just a dream, and everything now is real.

Elizabeth listened to the discussions and praises from the crowd. This was a grand occasion for the two families. It was not only an engagement, but also a manifestation of political power.The more affectionate the couple was, the more she worried about Jane, although Jane kept emphasizing that she had no influence.But it is too cruel to face this reality by witnessing it firsthand.What's more, what she is most sure of is the time when she left London before their house. This Jane and today's hero are absolutely in love with each other. After being separated from Bath to London for more than two months, the enthusiasm has not been extinguished. Now Finally died down in the interest.

"Jane, will you accompany me over there for some snacks?"

"it is good."

The two ladies walked away from the edge of the dance floor arm in arm, and went to the lounge next to them.

"Speaking of which, I still asked the pastry chef in our salon to help today." Hearing some admiration from some ladies and ladies who didn't usually walk around in London eating pastry, Elizabeth smiled and brought up the topic.

Jane also nodded lightly, "The scene where you persuaded Dad at that time is still close in front of you."

Elizabeth took her hand. "We can do just as well without the gentlemen."

"You two charming ladies, did you sit in the lounge without the gentlemen's invitation?" The Viscount Westminster was dressed brightly, and smiled happily, showing his white teeth.

"Oh! Ansair, at least you still remember us." Elizabeth also smiled happily, and handed him the only pudding cake on the dessert plate.

Westminster narrowed his beautiful eyes with a smile, and took the cake very naturally. "Hey, isn't my existence just to let the beauties shine on the dance floor! Let me enjoy this delicacy, Miss Jian, you have to agree to my invitation to dance."

During the walk just now, Elizabeth also heard some young gentlemen asking about her and Jane, but most of the dignitaries couldn’t talk about their little-known “little daughters”, and some ladies who were regular customers of the salon talked about them. Those gentlemen were listening After realizing that they were just the daughters of a rich man's family, they immediately gave up their desire to talk and stopped asking for more information about them.Who is not rich and powerful here?Those little nobles who were a little downcast were not invited at all.

The Viscount of Westminster was still present with his family's old friend - the quite famous Earl Benson.Earl Benson has a good impression of the Bennett family. For Ansair, who is like a nephew, it would be great if he could get married with this family.What he values ​​most is the fertility of the wife. There are five daughters and one son, and the girls are all healthy, beautiful and well-educated.

"Ansair, you don't like dancing so much, I'm going to wrong you today!"

Westminster finished the pastries gracefully and quickly, took two sips of his drink and looked at her with a smile. "Elizabeth, what are you doing with me~!" As he spoke, he stretched out his hand to Jane.

Of course, Jane understood the kindness of the two people around her, so she followed the trend and put her hand on it, showing a charming smile. "Thanks."

"Oh! Miss Jane, you are so beautiful and charming, it is my honor to dance with you!" He said, arching his arms and handing them to Elizabeth. "Uncle Benson is waiting for us by the dance floor!"

Elizabeth could not deny that she was moved by the heroic behavior of this beautiful young man.On such a bewildering occasion, out of place with their identities, his appearance really gave her a big sigh of relief.

The three came to the edge of the dance floor, and Earl Benson and Mary were retreating from the dance floor.Although Mary's smile was quite elegant and decent, her bright eyes could tell the excitement in her heart. "Liz, Jane, where have you been? Why did you leave me here alone! Fortunately, there is Earl Benson!"

"It is my honor to be able to dance with young and elegant ladies. Mr. Bennett has educated his daughters very well!" Earl Benson looked at the three ladies who did not lose their composure attending the grand occasion with approval. "Maybe Miss Elizabeth will dance with me next?"

"No honor!"

"Then I just had a good chat with Mrs. Benson, she is very familiar with today's guests." Mary said enthusiastically, today's noble event can be used as a collection of a lot of information for her.

"Mrs. Benson won't be bored with you." Earl Benson said as he stretched out his arm to Elizabeth.

After resting for several minutes, the dance music started again, and it was not until there were quite a few people on the dance floor that Westminster and the Earl of Benson led the two girls into the dance floor unobtrusively.But the amazing looks of the two beautiful ladies still caught the attention of many gentlemen.Their graceful dance steps and soft postures made their beauty more vivid, and even the Duke of Cambridge noticed the beautiful Jane.

Many gentlemen who have inquired about them are ready to move. Although it is impossible to seriously pursue them, it is an honor to be able to dance with such a beauty, isn't it?Even the Duke of Cambridge had the same idea. After he asked the Countess of Portsmouth, he planned to introduce it to Earl Benson in an unobtrusive manner.

The two fiancées, the protagonists of the ball, naturally noticed it too. When Steve saw Jane on the dance floor, his gentle eyes dimmed briefly.It was Miss Audrey who admired the beauty of the two ladies. "Miss Bennett's family is really excellent, and she has a clever idea. Today's dessert is very popular with the guests."

"Just as long as you are satisfied." The hero looked at the heroine, although he was gentle and focused, he lacked nostalgia.Isn't it sad for her?None of them have the autonomy to love and be loved.

"In the future, I will be able to go to salons often when I live in London. Before, I always went to the city to buy women's magazines."

"I think you won't be disappointed if you make friends with them."

"Yes, Diana and I have talked a lot, and your sister is really lively."

After a few more dances, the Duke of Cambridge walked towards Earl Benson, and under his introduction, the Duke of Cambridge invited Jane Bennett to dance with him.This is undoubtedly the greatest honor in the Bennett family. Although Jane is a little nervous, she is unhurried and calm on her face; her smile is beautiful, modest and gentle.The Duke of Cambridge's compliments to her afterwards dispelled his faintest suspicions that Miss Bennet was a most decent and well-bred lady.

The other gentlemen couldn't help but stepped forward to ask Earl Benson for an introduction, and took advantage of the opportunity to invite them to dance.The Countess of Portsmouth had to lament again in her heart that it was a pity that within the scope of the family's interests, she didn't want her eldest son to have a marriage based on love.It's just that their aristocratic families have gradually inherited it in this way, and no one can shirk the responsibility on their shoulders.

In any case, Jane tonight is still radiant and unshakable. This is the greatest comfort in Elizabeth's heart. For the first time, she has some admiration for Jane.From beginning to end, Jane is elegant, decent, and enviable.

Mary has long been dazzled by these magnificent costumes, and wished she had a few more eyes to get to know these handsome and beauties, so that she would have more character materials.She talked with Mrs. Benson about her sexuality, and the other party liked her vivaciousness and youthfulness very much.Mrs. Benson also brought Mary to meet the Countess of Copper and the Duchess of Newcastle. The two ladies are aristocratic young ladies who are passionate about literature and social activities. bigger than hobby.

I heard that Mary was persisting in her studies and had written articles in the bulletin; the Duchess praised her very much and encouraged Mary to continue her efforts, and mentioned the dedication and the appointment of the publishing house, and then talked about the sentimentality and novelty in popular novels. Thought.These two aristocratic women are indeed talented and learned, and Mary felt that this conversation had benefited her a lot.