don't touch my darcy

Seeing Miss Sulton passing by, Lydia couldn't help turning her head and shouting at Mary: "Hey, Mary, don't you plan to go up and play a tune for us?"

Among the sisters, Lydia is of course about the same age. Kitty, who has the same temperament, is the best, and the one she dislikes the most is the boring Mary, but no matter what, they are always sisters. The first two sisters and I have successfully married But Mary didn't even have a courteous man.

Besides, Lydia was very puzzled. In the past, at the ball, Mary played and sang endlessly to spoil everyone's interest. Now when she can properly express herself, she just sits there without moving?

Mr. Reed, who had been chatting with Mary just now, seemed excited after hearing this, "It's amazing, Miss Bennett is not only proficient in classical theology, but also good at music?"

The daughter was complimented by the man, which immediately ignited Mrs. Bennet's enthusiasm, and hurriedly urged Mary, "Go baby, I believe you will be able to play very well, you are always practicing so hard!"

After hearing this, Miss Sulton stopped in her tracks, turned to Mary and smiled back.

Her smile was indifferent and gentle, but her pointed chin was slightly raised, revealing a posture that seemed to be encouraging, but actually more provocative.

Of course, only Mary could understand this.

Feeling that everyone's eyes were focused on her, Mary became more and more embarrassed, and she didn't even know how to place her hands and feet. She knew very well that she was definitely not as good as Miss Sulton, especially how could she create such a beautiful song? What about the song?

Elizabeth was a little embarrassed by her mother's agitation, but the mother, daughter and sisters of the Bennett family were quite consistent in supporting Mary, so she also gave her younger sister an encouraging look.

Through this period of observation, Elizabeth believes that Mary has changed significantly because she has come into contact with more people. At least she no longer has excessive inferiority complex and blind arrogance as before. She has begun to learn to judge the situation and not give others Opportunity to make fun of yourself.

But it was too cautious, and he seemed to be restrained, and he didn't even dare to show moderate performance.

Receiving encouragement from her mother and sisters, Mr. Reed beside her also had a warm smile on her chubby face. Her heart was pounding, and she couldn't help but move her feet hidden in her skirt.

Seeing that Mary was still hesitating, Miss Fielding decided that she was not good at playing the piano, and she was definitely not as good as Miss Salton in all aspects, but to compare this ugly Miss Bennett, it should be More than enough.

So she tried her best to squeeze Mary, "Miss Bennett, you won't begrudge a piece of wonderful music to everyone here, right?"

"Miss Bennett, you are already humble enough. There are actually no outsiders here." Mrs. Shalton also echoed.

After all, it would be great to have one more mediocre girl to set off her daughter's beauty and talent.

"I hope to have the honor of serving you, Miss Bennett." Lancer walked to the piano, picked up the score on the shelf, and asked Mary, "Which piece do you want to play?"

Mary's eyes lit up immediately, Mr. Sulton, is he trying to turn the piano score for himself?

Mary couldn't remember the whole process of going from here to the piano stand and sitting in front of him. When the piano score was opened in front of her, she was delighted to see his beautiful fingers pointing at what she was best at. on the track.

"Is this one good?"

"Ah."

This was the only communication between them, but Mary felt that her whole body, her whole heart, was immersed in an unprecedented inspiration. She poured all her gratitude and longing into her light and jumping fingertips.

At the end of the song, she still hadn't finished her thoughts. When she looked up at him, he bowed with a smile, then turned and left.

Despite the applause, Mary sat still in front of the piano for a long time because of strong shock and loss, forgetting to stand up to greet the guests.

Elizabeth thought Mary was too nervous, so she walked up to her, put her shoulders on her shoulders and said softly, "You play very well, Mary, how about some cheerful dance music?"

"Ah? Okay, okay..." Mary seemed to wake up from a dream, took a few deep breaths in confusion, and managed to gather her energy to play a piece of music.

The men invited their partners and returned to the dance floor.

Elizabeth accepted the invitation of Mr. Short. He is a respectable elder and a local pastor. Unfortunately, because of his health, he plans to retire in two months. He sincerely apologizes to Mrs. Darcy and hopes This suburb can have an upright and pious priest.

Elizabeth hurriedly offered her and her family's respect to him, and promised that if necessary, she would tell Mr. Darcy to handle the matter carefully.

Only then did the old pastor reveal his original intention. It turned out that Mr. Reed, a friend of Mr. Salton, was his distant nephew, and expressed his willingness to take off his military uniform and put on the robe of God to become a priest.

Pastor Short repeatedly assured that Mr. Reed is definitely an upright, stable and caring young man who is very suitable for the priesthood. If possible, he would also ask Mr. Darcy to recommend him to the bishop so that his nephew can obtain a decent status. and the resulting stable income.

Elizabeth knew that Darcy had this influence, but she was not a rash woman who liked to show off her husband's power, so she only promised to tell Mr. Darcy about it.

She saw Darcy in the crowd, and he finally stepped onto the dance floor, and was very "obedient", inviting Miss Sulton to dance with him for the first time.

Miss Sulton is tall and beautiful, with gorgeous skirts and blond hair, fluttering and flying with graceful dance steps. Looking from Elizabeth, her face is even more illuminated by the warm yellow flickering candlelight, one after another. During the rotation, it reflects the warm and charming brilliance.

Even Darcy, who seldom dances, appears to dance smoothly and gracefully. These two people together are really the most pleasing combination in the audience.

The only fly in the ointment is that in the face of his female companion's breezy expression, Mr. Darcy's handsome facial features still have no obvious different expressions.

Elizabeth thought it was a little funny, both for herself and for Darcy.

He was willing to take the initiative to invite Miss Sulton to dance, which showed that at least he had a certain affection for this lady, but didn't he notice the blushing of happiness on her face, and even the slightest response was not received?

It is true that Elizabeth is not jealous of Miss Sulton, but the same excellent women stand together and always like to compare them secretly, and she is very curious, what kind of feelings does Miss Sulton have for Darcy?

They have clearly never met each other, and a man like Mr. Darcy, apart from his wealth and power, will not have too many rumors that girls are obsessed with. The fussy lady who shows a palpable interest in her husband despite her best efforts to conceal it?

Elizabeth's eyes followed Darcy and Miss Sulton, while Mary, who was hiding behind the piano, did not dare to look up, but never stopped chasing Lancer Sulton with her mind for a moment.

She knew that he was dancing with Kitty, and she also knew that she probably fell in love with him. Her chest was warm, but her nose was sour. Mary couldn't tell whether it was happiness or sadness.

Is this what it feels like to be in love?Mary, who has never been in love, does not know.