[Pride and Prejudice] Liz's Little Vest

The return of the Miss Bennets caused a little disturbance in Meryton.Then the neighbors received news that the heir to the Bennet family property, Mr. Collins, the vicar of Rosings, was engaged.

It was not the Bennets who were the first to receive the news, but Sir Lucas.Since seeing this young man last time, he felt that although he was stupid, his status was not bad, and he was a good match for Charlotte.After all, the daughter is old and not good-looking, so it is difficult to find a lover.

Therefore, Sir Lucas has been following the news of Mr. Collins, and as early as three days in the Bennett family, he received the news of Mr. Collins' engagement.

He had to give up his wishful thinking.

Three days later, Mr. Bennet received a letter from Mr. Collins, saying that he would bring his fiancée to visit Longbourn. The date happened to be the fourth day after the Miss Bennets returned home.

Mr. Collins may have had the idea of ​​"compensating" Mr. Bennett's family on his previous visit; this time, it was obviously to inspect the property.

Mrs. Bennet is very anxious, and she now hates Mr. Collins ten thousand times as much as she hates Mr. Darcy.

However, it was only three months away, and Elizabeth didn't feel any sense of crisis at all at the moment.Mr. Bennet's fortune was nowhere near her potential future income - which was premised on a successful partnership with the Rothschilds.Even if there is no cooperation, her works and the wealth that [-] pounds can bring will fully support the future of the three younger sisters.

Of course, even though she had no sense of crisis, Elizabeth still sneered at Collins.Except for Charlotte, who questions Collins' ability to choose a wife and doesn't welcome the couple to visit.

In terms of etiquette, she cannot refuse, but in practice, she can make some obstacles for Collins.

In the afternoon, Elizabeth used her manuscript fee to invite her family to a pub in Meryton, had a very satisfying meal, and then slowly returned home.

Collins and his fiancée had been waiting for two hours in the cold wind outside the Ban Mansion.

He asked many times, but the housekeeper's wife never let go.She said that the owner had informed that there were many thieves nearby, so no outsiders could be let in without instructions.

In the absence of Mr. Bennett's death, Mr. Collins is an outsider.

Therefore, Collins had no other choice but to wait helplessly for the arrival of the Bennet family, and thought about how he would drive the Bennet family away after Mr. Bennet passed away.

Elizabeth was the first to get down from the carriage and greeted Mr. Collins' fiancée, Miss Augusta[1].

To be honest, Miss Augusta's face was not unattractive, but there was nothing elegant about her facial features, her manners, her voice, her manner.[1]Her dress can be called good, and her dress is also very elegant, but it doesn't blend with her temperament at all.

"Miss Augusta is a very pleasant person," whispered Jane to Elizabeth, who never had a bad word to say.

"Yeah... a very pleasant person. I don't think I'm at all surprised that Mr. Collins fell in love with her[1]." The mocking meaning in Elizabeth's words was obvious, "comes from an ordinary family, but Because Chance has a rich fortune...and is easy-going, when I mean flattery, of course."

"I heard she was the one who came to him," said Jane. "Perhaps she loved him very much."

"Hmm. Maybe so, but not every woman will marry the man she loves most. Miss Augusta may just need a home, a pastor's wife, a good title, and a good background. Mr Collins was the best choice available to her[1]."

Jane sighed and said, "Well, no matter what, I sincerely wish them happiness."

"I think it's possible in the short term." Elizabeth commented briefly, she didn't want to jump to conclusions without careful observation.

They were communicating in low voices, but they found that Miss Augusta stopped at the door of Ban's mansion.

"Oh, it really looks so much like Maple Park! It surprises me!" cried Miss Augusta. "Miss Bennet, I forgot to tell you that Maple Park is my home." The residence of my brother-in-law, Mr. Suckling. Of course, I would say that the overall land of Ban Mansion is much smaller than that of Maple Garden House. But it doesn’t matter, it’s enough for me and Mr. Ke to live in, even if we have two children. "

Elizabeth: "..."

She was sure now that Miss Augusta was a pompous woman, utterly content with herself, preoccupied with her own importance, with the desire to be glamorous and superior to others.But her politeness was formed in a bad school, abrupt and presumptuous[1].

Of course Miss Augusta and Mr Collins were a perfect match.

There is an old Chinese saying: Birds of a feather flock together, and people are divided into groups, which is not unreasonable.

"Don't trouble you, I think my master will live a long time," cried Mrs. Bennet.

"Of course I don't mean anything else, Mrs. Bennet—" Augusta sighed when the housekeeper finally let them into the house, "I really like this morning room, the shape and size of this room. Exactly like the morning room at Maple Park House! I think my sister will like it here."

She paused and continued: "Miss Bennett, I really like this place. I don't think you understand the pain of a woman who is about to get married. She will leave her familiar environment and come to a new place. place. It would be very pleasant if the place resembled one's former surroundings."

"Miss Augusta." Elizabeth said, "I want to tell you clearly that this is my father and mother's house, and I don't like your talking around like this."

"Relax, Elizabeth." Augusta patted Elizabeth's shoulder very heartily, "My Mr. Ke and I are just here for a visit."

"You're so right, Augusta, I'm just here to show you around." Collins finally terminated his task of inspecting the house, "Cousins, long time no see—Cousin Elizabeth, I heard I sympathize with what happened to you."

Without waiting for Elizabeth to ask him what was the matter (of course she had no intention of asking or answering the question), Mr. Collins continued: "Although I think it is very embarrassing for you to write such a novel, as your Cousin, I think it my duty to comfort and educate you. Cousin Elizabeth, I think you will be glad to see our invitation to come back to Rosings with me and Augusta. I think, I say The "Bible" will definitely give you some insight—”

"I'm a little tired." Elizabeth interrupted him.

"It's normal. Writing such obscure and indecent novels every day will make people mentally tired..."

Elizabeth twitched the corner of her mouth and interrupted him again.She said good night to Mr. and Mrs. Bennet, and went straight upstairs.

Later, Lydia, Kitty and Mary followed closely in her footsteps.

Jane hesitated for a few seconds and chose the same approach.Of course, being kind and kind, she insisted on saying good night to Mr. Collins and Miss Augusta.

Mr. Bennet yawned: "Oh, Mr. Collins. Please forgive us for not taking good care of us. Today is really tiring. Since you have already regarded this place as your home, we will not talk much. Do yourself a favor."

Mrs. Bennet kissed Mr. Bennet: "My good sir, this word of yours finally cheers my nerves."

Mrs. Bennett and Mrs. Bennett left, and the housekeeper followed them upstairs.

Only Mr. Collins and Miss Augusta were left standing in her favorite morning hall, somewhat confused.

I am very hungry, and the journey is very tiring.

But it seems the kitchen is empty.Even the big potatoes grown in the countryside that he liked last time are gone?

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[1] The characters and plot refer to Mrs. Austen's "Emma", Mr. Elton's wife Augustine (see "Emma" Chapter 33 for details).I feel that she is the best match for Collins~