[Emma] Becoming Jane Fairfax

Emma spent the whole evening after Mr. Knightley's departure in remorse and grief.No matter how satisfied other people are with this party, how happy they are, but for her, she would rather not have this party.Mr. Knightley's words hit her harder than any criticism she had ever had before.

Although, ask yourself, she shouldn't have said those ambiguous words to Frank Churchill, it seems that she is frivolous and uneducated, and she may have let the Amedeo sisters from London see the joke, and she herself regrets it, but let her take the initiative Bow your head to Mr. Knightley and admit your mistake, this time you can't get over the hurdle in your heart anyway.

Emma wanted to reject Jane's proposal, but she didn't say anything. Jane seemed to have read her mind: "If you don't make it clear as soon as possible, there will be some unexplainable misunderstanding, and it will destroy you and Nai. Mr. Turley's years of friendship? Worth it?"

Emma was persuaded, and although she was still a little bit reluctant, she went to Tangwell with Wei Lai.

However, none of them thought that Mr. Knightley was not in Downwell, and the housekeeper said that he had gone out after lunch and did not know when he would be back.

Emma went out after lunch, but she didn't meet Mr. Knightley on the way, so it can be seen that he is not going to Hatfield, so where will he go?

Emma's mood was even lower than before. She even wondered if Knightley knew she would come and avoided her on purpose?Although there was no basis for the idea, and Mr. Knightley had never acted in such a way, it seemed to take root when it arose.

It was Wei Lai's first time to see Emma looking lost and at a loss. In her impression, Emma was always happy, happy and carefree. She regretted that she shouldn't have persuaded Emma to come to Downwell. They were about to leave when the butler knocked at the door and came in, saying that Miss Amedeo and Mr Amedeo had arrived.

The Amedeos had been living in Downwell, and when they returned from a walk they heard from the butler that Miss Woodhouse and Miss Fairfax had arrived.Lance and Lydia had arranged to invite Jane Fairfax to Downwell tomorrow, but she did not expect her to come herself.

After learning that they came to see Knightley, Lance laughed helplessly. Fortunately, he thought she was looking for him. After walking from the gate to the small living room for a short distance, his heart throbbed.

They sat for a while, and when Mr. Knightley had not returned, Emma could not sit still, and proposed to go.Lance and Lydia looked at each other, Lydia knew what he was thinking, walked over with a smile, held Emma's hand, and whispered: "Miss Woodhouse, don't you want to see Jonas?" Mr. Mayer’s novel? Yesterday I packed my luggage and found that the two newspapers I brought happened to publish his novels. The newspapers are in my bedroom. Wait a minute, I’ll ask someone to take them down.”

After Emma hesitated, she heard Lydia say again: "Since I came here specially to see Mr. Knightley, there must be something urgent. Why don't you wait a little longer, so as not to make things uncomfortable in your heart."

"Alright." During the time waiting for Mr. Knightley, Emma thought about it. Since she did something wrong, she would not be ashamed to make a legitimate and sincere confession. Presumably Mr. Knightley would not say either. What an ugly word.She made up her mind to make it clear to Mr. Knightley.

Lance had told Lydia that Jane Fairfax was Jonas Mayer, and Lydia was so surprised that she didn't speak for a long time.She asked the servant to go upstairs to get the newspaper, and turned her head to look at Wei Lai meaningfully.

Wei Lai understood immediately, and smiled embarrassedly with his lips pursed.

Lydia comforted Emma, ​​and Wei Lai had time to do her own thing. She carried five books into Donwell's study. They were all borrowed from Mr. Knightley and should be returned.

As soon as Wei Lai left, Lance also found an excuse to go out, instead of rushing directly to the study, he deliberately turned around.

It was only after Lance came to Donwell this time that he heard Knightley talk about the rumor turmoil. Knightley only said how much damage the rumor had caused Jane and the Bates family, and did not mention that Mrs. Elton was the instigator. It also didn't say how Jane joined Emma to teach Mrs. Elton a lesson.

After he knew it, he didn't show any strange emotions, but he was very angry in his heart.He decided that Jane should not be hurt by rumors again, and as long as they were still in Highbury, he would try his best to restrain his emotions and behavior.

When he passed the kitchen, he saw that the cook had just made a carrot cake. Lance took a piece, made another cup of tea, and then went to the study.Tangwell's servant was very well-behaved and would not talk nonsense. Even if someone asked, he could still say that it was for himself. Anyway, tea and cake were shared by one person.

Wei Lai put the books away one by one according to the categories. The last book was on the top shelf. She pushed the wooden ladder and just climbed up when she heard the sound of someone opening the door.

Lance went in with tea and cake, and she happened to look back, like a cat with fried hair, her eyes were full of vigilance, and she relaxed after confirming the visitor.

She always seems to be so vigilant about everything, even in the crowd, she doesn't speak, but she is observing secretly.Lance thought that the life she lived under the fence since she was a child may have greatly affected her character, making her different from Miss Woodhouse and Lydia.

Lance raised his teacup and asked with a smile, "Would you like some tea? There's also a freshly baked cake."

He brought it for her specially?Wei Lai quickly got down from the wooden ladder, with a little dust on his hands, so he couldn't take it directly, so he pointed to the small table by the window: "Thank you, put it there."

When Lance walked in front of her, she quickly wiped her hands on the skirt. Fortunately, she was wearing a gray-blue skirt, which was not dirty.However, she didn't understand what Lance was going to do.

"Mr. Amedeo, why is there only one cup of tea?" Wei Lai thought about it, and felt that this was a good starting point for a topic.

Lance didn't answer, and only said that his sister asked him to bring it. He saw that the cook had just made the cake, so he took a piece by the way, and asked her if she didn't like it.

Wei Lai didn't speak, but took a bite of the carrot cake in front of him, speaking with practical actions.To be honest, it was not tasty, it was dry and sweet, not as good as the apple pie she made herself. She looks like a western girl, but her stomach is still Chinese, and she is not usually picky about what she eats.

After taking a sip of tea, he forced the cake down, wiped his mouth with a handkerchief, looked up at Lance, and nodded: "It's delicious, thank you, Mr. Amedeo, and thank Miss Amedeo for me. "

She only took a small bite, like a kitten eating. Lance felt that she was too thin and should eat more, but from her expression, she knew that this cake was definitely not to her liking, so she had to pretend to eat it in front of him Delicious look.

Lance frowned slightly, and smiled again: "You're welcome, Lydia and I both regard you as our closest friend, and we should care more about friends. Miss Fairfax, I recommend those books to you. Is this yours?"

What is he here for?The closest friend or something, Wei Lai only took him as a polite word. I heard that the foreigner said it sweetly before, so I don't necessarily think so in my heart.

"Yes, they are the books listed in Mr. Jack Owen's reply last time. However, two books have not been found. Mr. Knightley said that Donwell has none. I am going to look for them in a bookstore in London. Maybe I can find them." Found it. I heard from Mr. Knightley that Mr. Amedeo and his brother were college classmates. Did you study literature at university?"

"No, it's mathematics. John and I met at a school reunion. To be precise, we are alumni." Lance sat down opposite her and pointed to the bookshelf. "Are these books useful to you?"

"Of course!" Wei Lai's eyes lit up.

She has written a lot of Chinese novels, but she is still a novice in English novels. Although Jane Fairfax did not leave her with any memories, fortunately, her language skills did. Otherwise, let alone reading, she would have been dumb for a while.

However, she is not confident in her English writing ability, so she uses more short sentences to shift the highlight to the storyline, but she also knows that it will not work in the long run. The book recommended by Lance is the right medicine, which just solves her problem.

"It's good if I can help you." When it comes to writing, she becomes very energetic. Lance likes to see her happy. When he found that there was no teapot, he took it back in an awkward manner, and tapped twice on the table, "Miss Fairfax, I want to talk to you about writing."

Is this the point?Wei Lai cheered up and sat upright: "Please speak."

"I want to sign a short contract with you. During the contract period, you cannot write articles for other newspapers. I will give you three times the manuscript fee as compensation."

This was thought up before coming to Highbury. Lance knew very well that the "Daily Morning Post" is not considered a big newspaper. The current sales volume is mostly due to Jane, because she can write novels that are as popular as the market. Different stories are so attractive. He wants to retain this uniqueness and increase more value before the newspaper is sold.

Selfishly, he didn't want others to see her manuscript.

Wei Lai was stunned for a moment, knowing that he was serious, and he could guess his general thoughts, but, if you ask yourself, her novel is not worth three times the remuneration.

Originally, she planned to invest in more newspapers next year and earn more money. This is her private matter, and she didn't plan to tell others, but when Lance said this, she couldn't hide it.

"Mr. Amedeo, my novel is not worth three times the remuneration." Wei Lai said frankly, "I didn't intend to write only for the "Daily Morning News". I cannot agree to your conditions."

After finishing speaking, she looked at Lance's expression. When Wei Lai was an editor before, he saw some well-known authors not cooperating. An angry sneer, he probably wouldn't block her.

"I understand Miss Fairfax's difficulties, but, as the owner of the "Daily Morning Post", I must also consider the interests of the newspaper. Can Miss Fairfax think about it again? You are definitely worthy of me. The three times the remuneration proposed, and, I can assure you, it will not be too long, because I will sell the "Daily Morning News" soon."

"What! For sale?!" Wei Lai's eyes widened in surprise.

Lance nodded: "Miss Fairfax should know that I want to go to Manchester to set up a factory, and the newspaper office is not my ideal place. However, don't worry, I will recommend you to other newspaper offices when the time comes Or publishers, but with Jonas Mayer's current reputation, many newspapers and publishers will come to him without my recommendation."

The site in Manchester has been selected and the price is being negotiated, waiting for the "Daily Morning News" to sell it for a good price.

Lance is a man with a plan and perseverance. Building a factory is something he thought of when he was in college. Now that it is finally possible to realize it, he will not give up easily.

However, once the plan is implemented, he will leave London, and maybe temporarily cut off contact with Jane. Thinking of this, the little joy in his heart is gone.

Wei Lai thought about it carefully and agreed to Lance's terms.After all, "Daily Morning News" has been kind to her, and Lance promises that the time will not exceed half a year, which is within her acceptable range.

After negotiating the terms, Wei Lai first left the study to find Emma.

Mr. Knightley came back shortly after Willie's departure, and Emma did not meet him because he had walked around Highbury before going to Hatfield.

Before Emma had adjusted her mood, she told him what was in her heart, and Knightley spoke first, saying, "I went to Hatfield to see you, but Mr. Woodhouse said you went to Mrs. Weston, and I Went to Randall, Mr. Weston said you sat down for a while and left, I must see you, Emma, ​​I'm going to London, I'll leave the day after tomorrow, with Lance and the others, I want to meet John and Isabella's house is staying for a few days, do you have anything you want me to bring to them?"

Emma could tell at a glance that Mr. Knightley was still angry. She didn't have the heart to say anything more, she just said "safe journey" and pulled Wei Lai away from Donwell.

The author has something to say: I write slowly mainly because I have conjunctivitis in my eyes again, and I get tired easily, so I have to take a break when I write a paragraph.

Pay attention to protect your eyes, conjunctivitis is so annoying! ! !