[Pride and Prejudice] Becoming Katherine Bennett

Catherine remembers taking Western literature as an elective in college.At that time, the teacher assigned homework and asked them to read Shakespeare's works.

Catherine chose "Romeo and Juliet" with a mentality of admiration.Most of Shakespeare's works are plays, and the stories in them are presented in the format of scripts, full of character dialogues and scene layouts, which makes Catherine very uncomfortable to read.At that time, she did not have enough appreciation level. She did not know that many literary works, like places of interest, must have a certain historical accumulation and literary skills in order to better understand the original intention of the author and appreciate the whole work.

Catherine was a little disappointed when she read this famous book with the requirements of being accustomed to reading online articles.Apart from disappointment, what she couldn't understand was, would someone really be so exaggerated for love that they would even risk their life?

She also discussed with her classmate that she didn't understand why Romeo had to venture into the garden of Capulet's house, and why Juliet rushed to Father Lawrence's nunnery.

"They don't know that after they are discovered, Romeo may die, and Juliet will also be ruined?" Catherine did not deny the idea of ​​the work. She really couldn't understand why the men and women in the book would be in a situation where the two families had a deep hatred for generations. Still love each other no matter what.

Is love really so miraculous that it can make people so desperate?

"Maybe this is love?" said the roommate at the time.

Catherine plausibly said: "Love should also be rational. Romeo and Juliet can be more rational, hide their whereabouts more secretly, don't fight, or don't start at the beginning, after all, they face many difficulties and are extremely inappropriate."

The classmates also agreed with her statement. The two solo girls lamented the irrationality of the protagonist in this tragedy together. When they finally handed in their postscripts, they were afraid to express their dissatisfaction with the work and make the teacher angry, so they changed it to "King Lear".

But at the moment.

Catherine didn't have time to think about it, her mind was blank, and her body had already admitted to making a choice.She lifted her skirt, rushed out of the room, and ran down the stairs. Her eager steps hit the ground, making a thumping sound, which was especially loud in the quiet night.

If it were anyone else, Catherine would whisper a few words with the other party by the window, and then persuade the other party to leave, or close the window as if she hadn't seen it.If the matter was very important and she had to go downstairs, she would ask Elizabeth to accompany her, and she would walk softly, so as not to be questioned by her family after hearing it.

On the short way to Mr. Darcy, Catherine recalled her outbursts in college, saying that the protagonist of a love tragedy was not rational.

What right does she have to say about others?Beloved by love, how many of them can rationally control their emotions when facing their loved ones?

If she was sensible enough, she shouldn't have run out of the room, shouldn't have made such a big noise, and shouldn't have stood in front of him.

If she was sensible enough, she shouldn't let the emotions of herself and the other party go, and let the tide called love sweep through every nerve and pulse in her body, taking away all self-control and reason.

Catherine stopped in front of Darcy, her eyes were fixed on him, her rose red lips were slightly parted, and she breathed lightly.

Darcy looked back silently, her gaze was full of admiration, obviously her hair was messed up, the long skirt outside her petticoat was crooked, she even forgot to change her shoes, the soft shoes she wore at home were already covered with dirt, But he saw that her eyes were so focused and moving, as if she was the brightest star in the night and the brightest pearl in the world.

They didn't make a sound, just stared at each other, letting the ambiguous silence rippling between each other.

In fact, at this moment, they should have a lot to say to each other.She should blame him coquettishly, saying that he shouldn't have come here so late, it was already dark and the journey was dangerous.And he should teach her not to go downstairs in a serious and pampering manner. He wanted to leave when he saw her, but he was satisfied just seeing her.

But none of them could say that.

Catherine's sanity gradually returned, and she realized that if the current scene was seen by others, there would definitely be bad comments and rumors about her.

But she doesn't regret it.Even if you regret it, if you do it all over again, the situation will remain the same.

The moment she saw him, her spirit had been firmly controlled by him, and it all belonged to him.She had no choice, she couldn't control herself a long time ago, she could only follow the guidance of her soul and heart, and go to see him.

She is crazy.Everything else is unimportant compared to him.

She loves him.She can only see him.

"How did you come?"

So does he.

"I can find many high-sounding reasons, but the only real one is, Catherine, I miss you very much."

All needless to say.Things seem illogical, but there are traces to follow.

Maybe it's like Romeo said, "I don't know how to steer a boat, but if you are on a distant seashore, I will brave the wind and waves to ask you to find you."

The night covers the brilliance, and also hides the clouds and moon in the sky.

Catherine and Darcy walked side by side on the path, talking softly.Catherine had never been out walking with other people at such a late hour since she came.

The temperature was cooler at night, and Catherine ran down too fast before, wearing only a thin skirt and not even a scarf.A gust of mountain wind blew, and her body trembled slightly.

In the next second, a warm coat was gently draped over her shoulders.Holding on to the collar with both hands, she couldn't help but look at the gentleman beside her. The shining moonlight shone on Mr. Darcy, coating him with

A soft hazy glow.

"Are you going back to London soon? It's dark and the road is not smooth."

"I won't go back. I booked a room at a nearby inn, and I'll be there after staying with you for a few minutes."

Catherine asked, "A few minutes? Why not stay a little longer?"

"Because it's late, my lady, you should rest," Darcy said softly, "ordinarily, these few minutes of getting along should not be there. I hope God forgives my impulsiveness. I just want to see you so much."

Catherine worked up her courage for a long time, but she couldn't say "I want to see you too", so she had to talk about other topics: "I haven't stayed in an inn yet, and it is said that the conditions are very bad."

The current hotel industry is underdeveloped, the prices are high and the facilities are not complete, and there is no comparison with Darcy's.

"I took a look just now, and it's okay, at least it's clean."

Catherine said distressedly: "You haven't lived in a place with such a bad environment, have you? Why don't you have a good rest after driving such a long way. How about you live in Nedfield Manor?"

Darcy shook his head slightly: "I won't go. If I go to Nedelfil, the butler may write or mention it to Bingley. I don't know how to explain to him if I can't tell him about us."

Catherine deliberately used Darcy's original words, and said playfully: "That's right, you persuaded him to separate from Jane because of my 'mother and sister's lack of education and indecentness', but in the end you fell in love with me again."

"I was wrong about him and your sister. I confessed everything and sincerely apologized to him. Bentley was a kind hearted man. Although he was still sorry for the loss of Jane, he had reluctantly forgiven me. Your sister's words had a great impact on him. , he thinks that the main fault lies with himself, so he has matured a lot recently and started to learn to make decisions instead of hesitation. But after getting your permission, I will be the first to explain to Bentley. At that time, no matter what Response, even if Pang Ran is furious, I will accept it sincerely."

"I can't think of Bingley being angry," said Catherine. "I can stay with you, so that someone can be scolded with you."

"I will take responsibility for the things I did wrong. You just have to stay with me and live a happier and happier life. I will do my best not to let you participate in these negative things."

"Mr. Darcy, has anyone ever told you that you are a good talker?"

"No. On the contrary, a young lady said that my marriage proposal was condescending and harsh."

"Oh, I think the same as that lady." Catherine was good at explaining and joking. She was not angry with Darcy, and now she remembered what happened at that time, and she would not be angry. She began to laugh, "It's really interesting to think about everything now, It's the first time I've heard such an interesting confession from someone, can you tell me what you think sir, that lady didn't say that you are the most honest gentleman in the world?"

"This evaluation is open to question, but I think I must be the luckiest gentleman in the world, and she is the cutest, gentlest and most beautiful lady. She not only forgave me generously, but also allowed me to be her lover and promised me The sincerest emotion and happiness."

Catherine blushed quietly, and she couldn't help thanking the night for covering her shyness, allowing her to use a smug tone without being exposed: "Then what do you want to say to this best lady? I can convey it to you." .”

Darcy said tenderly: "Then please tell her to marry me early. I really, really love her very, very much."

At breakfast the next day, when Catherine came downstairs with two bags under her eyes, Elizabeth, who was sitting beside her, always smiled at her.Catherine didn't know why, but fortunately, her sister didn't keep her secret for too long.

After dinner, when she was walking with Catherine, she said to her sister: "Did you not sleep well last night because you were in such a good mood?"

Catherine blinked her eyes and immediately understood: "Lizzie, did you see it?"

"I live next door to you, and the sound of you going downstairs was as loud as a carriage passing by! I was startled at first, and when I opened the door, I saw your back running out. I guess you didn't hear your mother asking loudly .”

Catherine asked in surprise, "Did Mom hear that too?"

Elizabeth rolled her eyes: "Of course, you're so loud. She's still asking who's there and what's wrong."

"Oh, Lizzie, you must have saved me."

"Does it need to be said, of course I helped you deal with it. But please remember, don't sneak out in the middle of the night in such an unruly manner next time. Many people don't know the news that you and Mr. Darcy are in love. After all There is no public engagement yet, and it would be no harm to Darcy if others saw it, but it would be very bad to you."

"Thank you Lizzie, I also realized that this was wrong, but it was too late when I realized it. My mind was blank and noisy at the time, and I am still confused when I think about it. I don't even know what happened. West's coming. Oh I can't help it, Lizzie."

"Oh, please stop bullying me, first Jane, then you, I want to get married soon."

Catherine was embarrassed, but said sincerely: "You are beautiful, smart and lively, and you will definitely meet the best husband."

Elizabeth smiled and said: "Of course, I think he will be like Alice's Keynes in a while, who knows how to be respectful and considerate, and is reliable and stable. Speaking of this, how is the revision of "Alice"? It is finally finalized Is it? If I finish editing, I can transcribe it for you, and we can transcribe a few more copies, so that we can also send a few more publishers to try.”

Catherine was greatly moved: "I really don't know what good things I did in my previous life to become sisters with you."

Elizabeth smiled and said, "Stop talking nasty things, just show me the whole book at once next time."

When deciding to say goodbye to Addison Fitch, Catherine had re-planned for the future.She still regards writing as her life's work, and no matter what happens, she will always stick to it until the day she can no longer hold a pen.

From now on, she will re-publish books under a new pseudonym and identity, focusing on female-oriented works.

She has passed the stage when she needs money the most, and she will no longer be limited to creative subjects such as Shuangwen.She wants to use the accumulation of time and the precipitation of knowledge to make her works more dimensionally rich, mature and in-depth. She wants to use philosophical thoughts to give her works wings and fly to a wider sky.

She was no longer content to be a fantasy book author and earn enough to live on.Of course she still writes to make money, but those are just serving her dreams.

Hundreds of years from now, no one will remember a rich merchant or a powerful aristocrat, but maybe a good book and its author.

Catherine has new goals and ambitions.She is determined to enjoy the dividends of the times, and she is ambitious to leave inspiring and even immortal works.She wants to become a real writer and be remembered by the world.

The giant wheel of time rolls forward, and she will coexist with thoughts in her works, leaving traces of her life in time.