I am aging gracefully in the world of famous books

Pei Xiang's current mood is like the weather in London at this time, foggy and cold, hard to explain.

Darcy personally sent Pei Xiang to an idle house in London, and sent the coachman to inform the old housekeeper of Darcy's mansion, asking him to arrange a few servants to help Pei Xiang with chores.

Not to mention the astonished reaction and imagination of the old butler of Daxi's house after he suddenly received an order from his master to arrange food, clothing, housing and transportation for a pregnant woman. He only talked about the situation on Pei Xiang's side.

She followed Darcy into the private residence in the Grosvino neighborhood, and smiled and admired the exquisite living room with elegant tones.

Afterwards, the two sat down, and Pei Xiang fine-tuned his sitting posture according to the lady education that Doris Gray had received, making sure that he looked like a well-born lady.

Mrs. Miller, who was in charge of looking after the house, brought black tea and cookies, and placed them respectfully in front of Darcy and Pei Xiang.

"Mr. Darcy, Mrs. Lucy, please have some tea."

Darcy nodded slightly, asked Mrs. Miller about the general situation of the house, and signaled that she could leave.

After Mrs. Miller left the room, Darcy turned to Pei Xiang and explained:

"This is a property owned by Darcy's family in London. Not many people know about it. It's convenient for you to live here. If a neighbor asks, just say that the landlord, Mrs. Miller, is a tenant.

After a while, my housekeeper in London should send maids over. If you need anything, just ask them to buy it for you.

As for the contact with your family, don't be in a hurry, take your time. I think your father will need some time to accept the truth slowly. "

Pei Xiang felt this person's sense of responsibility and perseverance, and she accepted Darcy's kindness gratefully.

To be honest, he did help her a lot by letting her not have to worry about where to live when she first arrived in London, and from the current point of view, it seems that this person is going to be responsible for her daily expenses.

Pei Xiang couldn't hypocritically say that she didn't care for Darcy's help. In fact, she needed it quite a bit.

Whether it is for Doris Gray or Pei Xiang, the traveler, London in the early nineteenth century was a strange and complicated city. Starting a new life here will definitely encounter many unexpected troubles .

In this era, a woman who is single but not rich is relatively insecure when she is alone. If this woman is still young and beautiful, her risk of encountering danger and accidents will be very high.

Pei Xiang lightly touched the warm cup wall, with complicated and unspeakable emotions.

She remembered how much Mr. Darcy worried about his friend Bingley's marriage in the original book, and suddenly realized that she might be experiencing that kind of strong and warm friendship at this moment. Through the proud and cold appearance of this young gentleman, she was fortunate to see To his purity and sincerity.

If everything was not based on lies, she should be relaxed and grateful now.

If it were a new first encounter with sincerity, she would definitely accept Mr. Darcy's help, and would no longer repeatedly refuse or hesitate.

Because she is sure that after going through the first days of groping and adapting, she will always find the support and skills to survive, and then she can repay this person who has really helped her.

It's a pity that she couldn't accept this pure kindness calmly after all.

—I must hurry up, find a secure source of income, and move out of Mr. Darcy's house at once.

——Delay any longer, once the truth comes to light in the future, I will probably become No.1 on Mr. Darcy's list of vengeance. It is not an honorable thing to surpass Mr. Wickham to succeed in the position.

——Besides, Mr. Darcy is cautious and clever. If he knows that my identity is different, he will be able to guess that I am Doris Gray at once.

Pei Xiang closed his eyes, forcing himself to let go of the luck and weakness quietly growing in his heart, forcing his brain to analyze the problem calmly and objectively, even not hesitating to analyze the matter in the worst direction.

——I really dare not test his recognition of the imperial laws and the degree of maintenance of the dignity of the aristocracy.

——It is true that Mr. Darcy has many beautiful characters, but it is undeniable that he is a member of the British upper class, and he is the real vested interest in this society.

——His background, his beliefs, the education he received, and the public opinion environment he came into contact with, none of them would support him to cover up a criminal who dared to kill a nobleman and abscond.

——After he learned my real identity, he was very likely to hand me over to the police as soon as possible.

Pei Xiang drank a sip of black tea, and the steam covered her eyes with a sense of loss. The male god is indeed worthy of her fandom for the rest of her life. Unfortunately, a wrong start is enough to destroy the good development that follows.

——Even if he really sympathizes with my experience and is willing to provide me with shelter, I can't let him fall into the danger of ruining his reputation just because he is greedy for a moment of comfort.

——The conscience of a good person should be treasured and protected instead of being used wantonly.

With a decision in his heart, Pei Xiang no longer blindly treat Darcy's various arrangements in silence.

"Sir, thank you, I will live here temporarily, you don't need to waste too much time and energy for me.

Now this situation has far exceeded my previous expectations. It couldn't be better. I don't even know how to repay your generosity and kindness. "

Pei Xiang said it sincerely, and at the same time, he gently but firmly rejected more gifts.

Darcy hesitated for a moment, then reluctantly nodded.

"Alright, Mrs. Lucy, if you want to contact your family or write a letter, you can tell Mrs. Miller, she will help you hire a carriage and mail the letter. If you encounter difficult difficulties, please be sure to Tell me."

"I will, Mr. Darcy, and, I trust, my family will soon take me away, and all these difficulties will be temporary."

Looking at the hopeful and optimistic smile of the opposite lady, Darcy couldn't bear to say some frustrating words after all. Of course he hoped that things would have a happy ending in the end. Unfortunately, the world is unpredictable and people's hearts are complicated and repetitive.

The two drank tea for a while, and Pei Xiang asked Darcy about some foreign knowledge, about the French Revolution, and about the American continent.

Later, the two talked about the rumors of those mysterious ancient countries for a while. The Darcy family has industries in the South Asian subcontinent and Africa, and the local customs can be regarded as vivid.

Even though his words were rigorous, seeking truth from facts, trying to strip away all unproven fantasy elements, and striving to be objective and true, Pei Xiang listened with gusto.

When the conversation started, time flew by like flying, and when the old housekeeper rushed over with his maid, Darcy and Pei Xiang suddenly realized that they had already drank two pots of black tea.

Darcy took out his pocket watch and looked at the time. In the evening, he had a game of cards in a certain club that he had to attend, and he could not delay any longer, so he got up and left.

Before leaving, he briefly explained to his servants, and then emphasized again that Pei Xiang was a sincere friend of the Darcy family, and told them not to neglect him.

He told her to treat her as carefully and considerately as he entertained other distinguished guests before.

Pei Xiang smiled, and she recognized the euphemism in Darcy's words.

He was telling her not to be burdened by the care and help of the Darcy family, because the Darcy family has always been so considerate and polite to friends and guests, and Pei Xiang is no exception, she can accept it with pleasure.

So far, Pei Xiang has temporarily lived in Darcy's idle house. The living environment is very comfortable, and the basic necessities of life are well arranged. The stable and comfortable life makes Pei Xiang's nerves that have been tense for several days slowly relax. Her intermission time.

However, ease and laziness are only temporary. Whenever Pei Xiang is carefully taken care of as a pregnant woman, she will clearly realize that there is not much time left for her.

Three days later, Pei Xiang asked Mrs. Miller to help her hire a carriage. She said that she was going to meet an acquaintance and stroll around the streets of London by the way.

Before going out, Pei Xiang tidied up her makeup carefully, and put on a wide-brimmed hat and a windproof scarf to ensure that most of her face was covered gracefully.

As for the small part exposed, it is not reminiscent of Doris Gray herself because of the wonderful makeup technique.

After tidying up, she walked out of the house with a small handbag.

Sitting in the carriage, Pei Xiang looked out the window at the busy street, with a look of greed in his eyes.

She secretly thought that she probably wouldn't be able to stay in this bustling city for long, and even, if conditions allowed, she wouldn't be able to stay in England for long.

Because she has never forgotten that she is now a fugitive, a woman without legal status, and an unlucky person who will be hanged and even damage Mr. Darcy's reputation if she is discovered by her acquaintances.

Regarding the uncertain future, Pei Xiang never dared to take chances.

——London is a big city, and you can hide me for a while, but my appearance is a hidden danger after all. It is better to save enough money as soon as possible, find out the way, and then find a way to get out of here.

Pei Xiang rested her chin and recalled her conversation with Fitzwilliam Darcy three days ago. Mr. Darcy said that Napoleon Bonaparte was in power in France now, and Britain and France were at war.

Recently, the Emperor Napoleon of France promulgated a continental blockade policy in Berlin. He announced the blockade of the British Isles, and ships from Britain and its colonies were not allowed to enter the ports controlled by the Napoleonic Empire.

This news aroused Pei Xiang's vigilance and fear.

When she laid out those false leading clues at the Grove Manor, she really ignored the current Anglo-French relations and the situation on the European continent, and only created a series of misleadings based on the geographical location of Kent County.

——If those investigators think about it more, they might see through my scheme.

——Maybe it’s because they think a woman won’t pay attention to these international current affairs, so they believed my misleading based on their consistent contempt for women?

Pei Xiang was really angry and helpless when he thought of the general contempt for women by men in this era, and their natural sense of superiority.

——Perhaps, ignorance of those major war events and international disputes is in line with the public's usual impression of the original Doris Gray, in line with her growth experience and education, and in line with her female identity.

Because, in this world, many people even feel that most women have defects in intelligence and ability to a certain extent. They are easily agitated, emotional, and emotionally fragile, so they cannot calmly and rationally complete some important tasks independently. affairs.

Recalling the clichés in the mainstream newspapers, Pei Xiang narrowed his eyes thoughtfully, and couldn't help but sneer in his heart.

——It’s no wonder that the sheriff and the others were not too anxious when they didn’t catch anyone. Is it sure that smuggling to the European continent during the war is not an easy task?Or are you sure that you will be able to catch me sooner or later in the UK?

——No matter what, I escaped smoothly, and what is even more fortunate is that I never planned to go to the European continent.

——If there is a chance, it is also a good choice to settle across the Atlantic Ocean.

——However, let’s look at the specific situation. Customs documents, identity certificates, navigation safety, and capital reserves after going out are all problems. Now we have to take a step by step...

Sitting in the carriage, Pei Xiang lightly tapped her petal-like pink lips, and covered the gauze a little more tightly.

She carefully reflected on the experience and gains and losses during this period, and some inexplicable things gradually settled in her heart, which deepened her understanding and cognition of this era.

These days, from Kent to London, from Grove Manor to Grosswino, she meets all kinds of people, each with their own emotions and principles.

Whether it is the world in the story or not, this is a lively and lively world of fireworks, where she will spend her whole life.