[Comprehensive Book] A Rose for Catherine

Ryan Upton is now almost a representative of female writers in the small circle, not to mention that she just published a new work not long ago, which caused heated discussions.Her public appearance in London quickly caused a small sensation.

Catherine was not in a hurry to give her speech in London as soon as she showed up. Everything always needs a cushion, and this is no exception.

She made full use of those London cafes that were suffering from poor business, and invited many famous people in London's literary and social circles under the name of "Lyan Upton" to sit with these men and women with different ideas. They talked about various topics in a relaxed and lively atmosphere, from which tailor made the best dresses this year, to the influence of British culture on the development of literature, to their views on the ongoing war.

With the escort of Princess Charlotte in advance, the London police department did not arrest these "thinkers" of "illegal assembly", which made their speech more unfettered and publicized their views.Even the business of London cafes has picked up again.In such an atmosphere, Catherine, who was the core of the rally, could easily output the points she had prepared earlier in the morning.

Those who can gather here are the most unconventional people in London. They have many novel ideas that Catherine can't keep up with. Although there are many spectators, if we say who in England can accept Catherine's thoughts must be among this group of people.

Catherine's gatherings are always women's figures, and she is happy to invite these women who are shining in their fields to participate in the gathering.If she couldn't persuade a woman who was naturally on her side, she wouldn't be able to persuade others either.

What pleased Catherine was that they were all very interested in Catherine's points of view. Many ladies offered to know more about it. Some smart ladies had guessed the real purpose of Catherine's sudden commotion in London.

The gentlemen who are more common at the rally are far less gentle than the ladies. They spontaneously divided into several factions regarding Catherine's views. Some were persuaded by Catherine and strongly supported Catherine's views and gave her additional evidence. The other faction believed that Catherine In demagoguery, women are at their best working at home enjoying life, what they need is education in dancing etiquette, not sitting in a room with men, and many more In a wait-and-see attitude.

Catherine knew that these people on the sidelines were actually more inclined to her opponents.They may have been moved by Catherine for a moment, but the will concept that has been cultivated for a long time is really hard to shake.She revised some of her words in response to these situations, and asked about the newspaper reports, and learned that many people had written and delivered articles. Many of them reprimanded Catherine for her absurd behavior, saying that society does not need women to work, And swear that, even if the university gates are open to women, they will only get a bottom-to-bottom grade.

Catherine is not swayed by these criticisms. On the contrary, the more intense these opponents are, the more it shows that her views are affecting more and more people.

During this period, she secretly met with Princess Charlotte once, and the other party showed her a proposal.

"Are you busy with this matter recently?" Catherine flipped through the proposal, which was only a few pages long, carefully studying every letter.

"Yes." Charlotte nodded, "I plan to have my people make this proposal formally after you finish your speech."

"So—" she laughed briskly, "Miss Ryan Upton, please don't let me down."

"of course."

Catherine squeezed the paper in her hand and answered with a serious face.

"I will do my best."

Those remarks that started in the cafe gradually spread to the streets and alleys, and when they fermented into a huge storm, Catherine, who was in the eye of the storm, announced that she would give a speech next week.

People in the game are still arguing over her point of view, but those who can see clearly already understand what she is about to do.

Even the Bennets as far away as Longborn heard of it.Elizabeth couldn't help worrying about her sister, Lydia's eyes widened, and she suspected that she had misheard the name, Mr. Bennet spent half an hour more time reading the newspaper than before, and the family all kept it from Mrs. Bennet.Fortunately, she was obsessed with embroidery and didn't like to move around, so she didn't hear any rumors.

Lydia was very anxious: "I'm going to London to find Kitty! God! This news is really terrible!"

In her mind, they should be able to make a lot of money, gain fame, and then have a happy marriage and be happy forever.It's not like now, when Kitty ran to London without saying a word and caused such a big public opinion storm, while she was sitting at home worrying.

Elizabeth frowned and stopped her: "Lydia, you will only bring more trouble to Kitty if you go. No one in London knows her, and she is smart enough to hide herself."

She said this, but she was no less worried than Lydia.

Downwell Manor.

Knightley read the latest papers, and he took some time to settle his affairs before setting off for London.The hotel was booked early in the morning, just across from where Catherine was preparing to give a speech.

He went alone without telling Catherine.

He will be with her.

Monday morning, nine o'clock sharp.

Catherine stood on the high platform, and a crowd of people gathered below. The protective fence separated the audience from Catherine to prevent any of them from rushing forward and hurting the speaker with ill intentions.Sophia said early on that she would come to see Catherine's speech. She wore a blue dress and a lace hat, and stood low-key with Charlotte at the back of the crowd.

In fact, at such a long distance, Catherine's voice was already broken. Fortunately, an assistant helped to retell the speech.Sophia followed the crowd and gave out fierce applause. She tilted her head and looked at the young gentleman with no expression beside her. He seemed to have strayed into this speech occasion, standing alone, but he was looking at the stage very intently. Looking at the young woman on the bed from Sophia's perspective, she could taste the tenderness under his cold expression.

weirdo.

thought Sophia.

She opened her mouth to test: "This speech is great, isn't it?"

The other party gave a short laugh.

"Of course, she always does. She's going to make it."

Sophia blinked, and the other party had already walked away.

Sophia shook her head.

The speech continues.

"...we're not asking all women to devote themselves to work and school, but we hope that women will have more choices."

"...we want a woman who chooses family not because she can only choose family, but because of all the things she can do, she loves it and chooses it..."

Sophia listened quietly, the smile on her face gradually faded, and after a long time, she clapped her hands gently.

A silent applause.

The scene was quiet except for Catherine's voice. Charlotte looked around. There were men and women participating in the rally, some ignorant young people, some young and energetic young people, and some old women who were nearly fifty years old; Famous writers, there are nobles like them, and there are also illiterates who don't know a word.

At this time, they all stared at the slender figure in unison.

At least at this moment, they may all be touched.

"...something that maybe no one has done before, but it's been there since our generation—just like I'm standing here today."

Charlotte looked up into the bright eyes of the young woman on the stage, where the glory and the future were hidden.She smiled slightly, "She succeeded."

"Women need more possibilities. We will have more possibilities."

Catherine ended the speech.

She subconsciously glanced at the crowd, her eyes flashed in surprise, and were quickly covered by drooping eyelids.

"...now you can ask some questions."

She said with a smile, but she couldn't help but think about the delicate face she saw just now.

—that belonged to Mary who was supposed to be attending lectures at Cambridge.

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