[Pride and Prejudice] Liz's Little Vest

On the last night in London, after seeing off Mr. Elton and Editor-in-Chief Tom, Elizabeth couldn't wait to go back to her room and unwrap the light yellow gift box that Mr. Darcy gave her before leaving.

It was the canary yellow hat she'd spotted at the Cleveland hat shop.

At that time, the old shop owner said that this hat had already been reserved, and if she wanted it, she had to go to the main store in London to transfer the goods, so she gave up.Unexpectedly, Darcy remembered it so clearly, so she went to the Cleveland head office in London and bought the hat for her.

Elizabeth felt something popping out from the tip of her heart, with a touch of joy and a deep warmth.

"There's still a letter." She put the hat away, and then discovered the little secret hidden at the bottom of the box, exclaiming in surprise.

The letter paper is also pale yellow, revealing the warmth of the writer.

Open it up, it's a short paragraph.

The style of the letter is beautiful, the structure is elegant, the language is simple, but the effect is strong and sincere [1]. It can be seen that the words have been worded for a long time, but only to convey one meaning, that is, to invite her to dance at the ball on Tuesday.

——"Hat...do you like it?"

——I like it, but what she likes more is the feeling of the person who gave the hat.

In the first rebirth, Mr. Darcy's feelings for her are still warm and straightforward, and he has lost the previous arrogance and prejudice.

What about her?

It seems that in addition to being grateful, there is also an extra emotion.

Everything is developing in a better direction——Amid the continuous circle of dance music, Elizabeth looked at Jane who was dancing happily with Mr. Bingley, Manly who was playing the piano seriously, and Lydia who was dancing lively with the officer. With Kitty, and in front of her, a very important person in her life.

Mr Darcy.

"Let's talk," said Darcy suddenly. "It's strange that I never liked to talk while dancing, because I used to think it was disrespectful to dance music. But dancing with you, Miss Elizabeth, I But I always want to speak, want to know more about your life."

"This is our first dance, Mr. Darcy," said Elizabeth playfully.

"I know, but I must say it's very strong," said Darcy. "Do you like London? Or Longbourne?"

"The city of London is indeed prosperous, but in comparison, I still feel that the air in Longbourne is fresher. Although London can buy beautiful hats and meet many interesting people, if I live for a long time, I will miss my hometown of herds and herds and pastures.”

"You can't have such a strong concept of countrymen, you can't stay in Longbourne forever[2]."

Can't stay in Longbourne forever.The implication is that there are other places to go.If these words are spoken or taught by friends or elders, then there is no problem at all.But when it came out of Darcy's mouth, it seemed that there was some deep meaning behind it.

Not knowing whether it was because of the sudden acceleration of the dance rhythm or because of this sentence, both Elizabeth and Darcy felt a little different, and their faces turned slightly red at the same time.

"Actually, the distance between London and Longbourne is not too far. Far and near are relative. As long as you can afford to travel, it doesn't matter if it is far away[2]."

There is another sentence, which she did not say, that when the steam train rises a few decades later, these distances that seem unreachable now will all be melted in the burning coal mine.

Darcy was very surprised by these words, but also very pleasantly surprised. Even if the speaker had no other intentions, it sounds like a person with a heart would think a lot.

"So Miss Elizabeth wants to go shopping?"

At this time, the dance music was reaching a small climax, the movements accelerated, and both of them were panting slightly.

Elizabeth felt Darcy's warm breath and said softly, "Of course."

"Miss Elizabeth." Darcy held her waist with one hand to the dance music, feeling that every part of her body was better than other ladies, he paused, and said, "Then, Pemberley Manor welcomes your visit anytime .”

"Then why should I visit?"

"My sister. I have been very much wishing to introduce you to Georgiana. She will be delighted to see you."

"I would also be very glad to know Miss Georgiana. But, Mr. Darcy, it seems we had this conversation just the other day?"

Darcy said with a smile: "It turned out to be like this. Then it seems that I can't wait for your visit."

The opening dance was very lively, and both of them were panting after the dance, but they were reluctant to part.So he danced another song before walking to the side of the dance floor.

"I made a mistake earlier," Darcy said.

"what is it then?"

"It's a pity I didn't get to dance with you when I first met you, at Sir Lucas's house."

"I remember that." Elizabeth smiled, "I remember very deeply the words you said: 'If you want to dance, I can take you dancing.' Look at what you said, how reluctant, how reluctant .Any lady with a temper—not including my sister, of course—would lose the spirit of dancing when you say that, don't you think, Mr. Darcy?"

"It's all about me," Darcy said. "I've been raised like this since I was a child. My parents told me to be selfish and look down on others. If it weren't for you, Miss Elizabeth, I might never have realized it." .”

"All right. You don't need to repeat the review, Mr. Darcy."

"No problem. So, after the break, do you want to dance again?"

"Ah!" cried Elizabeth, "Mr. Darcy, you have very good physical strength. I have had two dances in succession, and I would like to rest a little longer. Would you like to go to my sister, she must be a very good partner. "

"No need." Darcy paused, as if struggling with something, and wanted to say something.

Elizabeth looked at him seriously, waiting for him to organize his words.

He seemed to be thinking hard for a while.

"What I'm going to say may be a bit ungentlemanly, and I'm very surprised that I even thought that, such a strong thought. I want to tell you that no matter what you hear and think I'm an arrogant and ignorant person Well, rude or rude, I still really want to tell you."

Elizabeth was startled at first, but soon smiled lightly.

No matter how rude and shocking the words are, they can't compare to what he said when he proposed marriage in his previous life, can't he?

She laughed: "Speak, Mr. Darcy. I'm listening."

She looked at Darcy with gentle and playful eyes, which gradually calmed down his mind, which was a little at a loss because of his own thoughts.

"I found out—" He paused.

"I don't want to dance with any lady other than you right now. And—" He paused again, stopping to observe Elizabeth's expression.

"and also?"

This sentence was enough to encourage him to continue talking.He seemed to be unconsciously looking at Mr. Elton who was looking at him.

"Also, when I think of you having a good time with other men on the dance floor, I am very disappointed. I don't want to see you dancing with other men, not at all."

The author has something to say:

Da Ba Zong Xi's strong possessiveness++!

Note:

[1] Inspired by / borrowed from "Emma" Chapter 8.