Pride and Prejudice

Chapter 2

Netherfield Hall

        Mr. Bingley saw of Jane, the more he seemed to like her. As for Jane, Elizabeth could tell that her sister was falling in love. But Elizabeth was pleased to see that Jane refused to show her feelings. Elizabeth explained, but whenever she sees him, it’s in a large party. She really doesn’t know his character well, Of course, Charlotte said, I wish Jane success with all my heart. But happiness in marriage is a matter of chance. 

The next time Darcy saw Elizabeth was at Lucas Lodge. Several couples were dancing at one end of the room. When Mr. William took Elizabeth’s hand and was about to offer it to Mr. Darcy. But she instantly drew back. When Mr. Darcy asked her if she would dance, Elizabeth politely refused and turned away. They didn’t speak again for the rest of the evening, but Mr. Darcy was to see Elizabeth again soon in an unexpected manner.One morning, Jane was invited by Bingley’s sisters, Caroline and Louisa, to diner with them that evening, Jane asked her mother for the carriage. In fact, it rained hard that day. Jane was completely wet by the time she arrived. She spent the night at Netherfield Hall and was very ill when she woke up.The family carriage was not available, and she was not a horsewoman, but she was determined to see her sister, so she decided to walk. Elizabeth knew that a militia regiment had recently arrived in the nearby town of Meryton. It happened that their aunt and uncle, the Philipses, lived there. Lately, Catherine and Lydia had talked of nothing but officers. At Meryton, Elizabeth said goodbye to her sisters and went on alone. She arrived at Netherfield Hall with muddy stockings. Poor Jane was indeed ill with fever and headache. When Elizabeth was also invited to stay, she accepted gratefully.At half past six, Elizabeth was called to dinner, everyone asked about Jane’s health.Young Bingley seemed truly worried about Jane. Elizabeth warmed to his kindness. When dinner was over, Elizabeth returned to Jane’s side.I thought Miss

Elizabeth Bennet looked wonderfully well this morning. To me, coming here shows a deep affection for her sister.In the next morning, Mrs. Bennet, along with Catherine and Lydia, came to visit Jane. Mrs. Bennet’s behavior embarrassed Elizabeth completely. First she boasted about Jane’s beauty and good nature.After seeing Jane, Mrs. Bennet announced that her daughter was too ill to be moved. She was happy to have Jane stay. Elizabeth groaned.