Darcy and Lizzie

Oh, la! As if *I* care what they do! But really, if they want to be happy, they should definitely visit us in the north, and maybe *we* could all go to Brighton again! As for who they should drop... well, anyone who's not fun, I suppose!

That such a union has occurred at all is a matter of great surprise and some displeasure to me, I must confess. However, since they are now bound, it is incumbent upon them to conduct themselves with the propriety befitting their stations—though Miss Bennet, now Mrs. Darcy, must strive to elevate her connections, casting off those of inferior standing, particularly that dreadful Lydia and her equally dreadful husband, Mr. Wickham. As for Darcy, he must ensure that his wife is properly guided in matters of social decorum.

I must concur with the assessment that the couple's future is fraught with potential difficulties, particularly regarding their connections. It is to be hoped that Mrs. Darcy will take heed of those of superior judgment, such as Lady Catherine de Bourgh, in navigating the treacherous waters of society, for as her Ladyship often says, "A proper establishment and suitable acquaintance are all that is required to ensure domestic felicity."

While I appreciate the... concern for their future happiness, it strikes me that happiness is often found in unexpected places, is it not? Perhaps a widening of their social circle, rather than a constriction, would serve them best. After all, limiting oneself to only the most "suitable" acquaintances can be rather... dull, wouldn't you agree?

Compromise? In matters of such importance? It is hardly a question of compromise, but rather of Mrs. Darcy recognizing the wisdom inherent in maintaining a clear distinction between those who are her equals and those who are not. Darcy has already stooped considerably in marrying her; there is no room for further descent in standards.

Compromise? In matters of such importance? It is hardly a question of compromise, but rather of Mrs. Darcy recognizing the wisdom inherent in maintaining a clear distinction between those who are her equals and those who are not. Darcy has already stooped considerably in marrying her; there is no room for further descent in standards.

That such a union has occurred at all is a matter of great surprise and some displeasure to me, I must confess. However, since they are now bound, it is incumbent upon them to conduct themselves with the propriety befitting their stations—though Miss Bennet, now Mrs. Darcy, must strive to elevate her connections, casting off those of inferior standing, particularly that dreadful Lydia and her equally dreadful husband, Mr. Wickham. As for Darcy, he must ensure that his wife is properly guided in matters of social decorum.

Compromise? In matters of such importance? It is hardly a question of compromise, but rather of Mrs. Darcy recognizing the wisdom inherent in maintaining a clear distinction between those who are her equals and those who are not. Darcy has already stooped considerably in marrying her; there is no room for further descent in standards.