[comprehensive] superior skills

It was another sunny morning, and the host and guest gathered in the dining room not only heard from the servants that Miss Bennet was getting better with the company of her sister, and was about to go downstairs to express her heartfelt gratitude to the owner and have breakfast together. news, and unexpectedly received an invitation letter from Sir Lucas's residence.

"...Sir William Lucas cordially invites you to a party at Lou's on Saturday, please bring your invitation."

Throwing the letter on the table casually, Miss Bingley taunted eccentrically: "Look at these poor and pathetic country folks, if they don't jump out one day to get other people's attention, it seems like they won't be able to live!"

This sharp-tongued unmarried girl may not have realized that her words and deeds have clearly revealed a dangerous tendency to move closer to the boudoir, but the few well-known guests present, including her own brother, did not blame her. mean.

Even the servants at home can see that Miss Bennet, who refuses to leave in the guest room in an attempt to cling to a good marriage, and Miss De Boer, who always shows an extraordinary tacit understanding with a certain gentleman when she first arrives, are all It was the source of the anger that ignited her jealousy.

It would be strange if a young lady with thunderclouds hanging over her head all day could say something nice in a calm manner.

"God, can't I just stay at home and have a quiet day, and let others know how complacent the people in the village are!"

Mrs. Hurst would not let her sister fight alone at any time, and she herself urgently needed to find something, even if it was an insignificant matter, to divert her attention from her husband who reeked of alcohol. I really don’t know why Charles chose Netherfield Gardens in the first place. The only advantages here have long been wiped out by the small whispering mouths and furtive and probing eyes surrounding the high walls! Since living in I don't even want to leave the door of Netherfield!"

"No, you are mistaken, my dear Louisa!"

Miss Bingley made a point of joking when the light footsteps of the two sisters stopped at the door: "As long as you have a pair of high-waisted cowhide boots that are strong enough, it's still very suitable for a romantic walk in the rain on a rainy day!"

Mrs. Hurst really lived up to everyone's expectations and laughed loudly: "If I really want to do what you want, I must change into a leather petticoat, right?"

Unsurprisingly, this smooth and extremely long smile became a not-so-sweet welcome dance song, which instantly made the blush on Jiying's face painted with a layer of pale wall powder.

Elizabeth, who was traveling with her, was furious, but for the sake of her sister's happiness, she couldn't confront the two sisters who were likely to be her close relatives as she did with Mr. Collins.

"Miss Bennet!"

Mr. Bingley, who was fidgeting at first, walked over quickly when he saw the girl he was thinking of, "Are you feeling better? If you feel uncomfortable, you really don't have to force yourself to do this."

His expression was even more unnatural than the two people on the opposite side. I don't know if it was because he felt embarrassed as the head of the family but couldn't control the snobbish and mean sisters, or because he was ashamed from the bottom of his heart that he couldn't support his sweetheart as a man.

Or both, it is not difficult to see from Mr. Bingley's kind advice that, if possible, he would really like to escape to the guest room with the mistreated girl.

"no, thank you."

Jiying held her sister's arm to support her, trying to seek comfort through the warm breath from the thin fabric, "I think I can do this, please let me stay."

When the Lord arrived, the servants quickly set up plates of delicious food with all the colors, flavors and flavors under the urging of Mr. Hurst. Jane and Elizabeth also sat down beside the other guests under the warm greeting of Mr. Bingley. .

"Elizabeth, I didn't expect to see you downstairs so soon. The power of family affection is more timely and effective than any medicine."

Song Ci took a sip of the juice, and smiled slightly at Miss Bennett who had greeted each other earlier, "Sister Ling looks very good, it's all thanks to you."

"I don't dare to have the audacity to accept such a dishonorable award."

Elizabeth's eyes turned from the soft-spoken Mr. Bingley and his sister, and then back to the two Rosings visitors next door who were dressed in the same color, and suddenly understood the reason for Miss Bingley's out of breath.

Her mood suddenly became extremely happy, and she was no longer as stern as she was when she first sat down, "If it weren't for the sincere hospitality of Master Netherfield, Jane would never have recovered so well. Even if we return to Longborn, we can do There will be no more."

"From this point of view, Mr. Bingley has indeed made great achievements."

Song Ci looked at the pretty face that was as pleasing as butter and smiled knowingly, "Loyal and friendly, noble and pure, what a rare friend."

She might also be a good husband candidate, but unfortunately, she has no common language with the good-looking dog-type boys, and she doesn't have much enthusiasm for the men who belong to her. Otherwise, she wouldn't mind helping Mr. Bingley tune\teach those two. Sisters who don't know the heights of the sky and the earth.

"Miss de Boer."

Mr. Darcy, who was still sitting in his old seat, pondered a little: "If you only have this requirement for the standard of friends, then you shouldn't ignore another gentleman sitting opposite you, Mr. Thomson."

"Oh, of course."

Song Ci turned to look at his serious cousin who was wearing a judge's robe even when eating, "No one will deny this. But Mr. Thomson is busy right now."

What she said was true. The inventor on the opposite side couldn't even concentrate on the meal time, and was ready to write some special marks on the note pad that only he could understand.

This is the first time Miss meets a man who is indifferent to her own beauty, and if she brazenly says something, even Mr. Darcy, who can be called a model of moral standards, will unconsciously linger on that intoxicating face for a few seconds Zhong, not to mention ordinary people like Mr. Bingley who like to follow beauty and admire beauty.

Only Mr. Thomson, like a pilgrim swimming in the ocean of knowledge, devotes all his enthusiasm to the work of forgetting to eat and sleep, which may be the reason why he has never been favored by the ladies.

"But it seems that there is still a little fool who doesn't care about his taciturnity, but admires that smart brain that can always come up with wonderful ideas..."

"Miss de Boer!"

Mr. Darcy's voice implied obvious impatience, "Can you tell me what fascinates you so much that you can't even receive Miss Bingley's repeated inquiries?"

"I'm sorry, Mr. Darcy. If you don't mind, please allow me to keep a little girl's secret."

Song Ci, who came back to his senses, smiled playfully and said, "Now it's Miss Bingley's turn, what were you talking about just now?"

"About the invitation."

Miss Bingley held up the letter she asked for from her brother, "I heard that you returned to Meryton with Mrs. Collins, the daughter of the Lucas family. I think the Lucas family will give you Did it leave a deep impression?"

"Yes, they are a family of helpful and generous people."

Song Ci looked at the cold honey omelet with regret, "Especially Mrs. Collins, she is not only a dedicated pastor's wife in Hansford Village, but also provides a lot of help for my mother in dealing with trivial matters. . Her father, Sir Lucas, was also an amiable old gentleman, who never treated anyone poorly because of his status."

"That's an unexpected assessment."

Miss Bingley smiled embarrassingly, "I thought you should pay more attention to the family if you were born in your family. After all, you are not an ancestor..."

Song Ci raised his teacup upon hearing the words, "We are indeed not an ancestor, but we are all God's people, aren't we?"

"Very well said, Miss de Boer!"

Mr. Bingley added cheerfully: "That's exactly what I want to say, God put us at the same table, enjoying the same good meal!"

His affectionate eyes stared at the shy and silent Jiying for a long time, "Since this is the case, why should we not follow His old man's will!"

Seeing this pair of lovers whose eyes could only accommodate each other, everyone present, including Mr. Thomson, couldn't help showing a smile, not to mention how happy Elizabeth was.

Had it not been inconvenient to leave her sister at this time, she would have liked to have walked the three miles back to Longbourn to tell papa the good news, lest he should be startled out of proportion by the sudden visit of his prospective son-in-law.

Different from the expressions of blessings on other people's faces, Mr. Bingley's immediate family members were as unhappy as if they had just attended the funeral. It makes them want to be married to country folks who have nothing but appearances.

Miss Bingley, who hated that she should be self-defeating, could only put her last hope on Mr. Darcy, who had a calm face, and only hoped that he would help him after seeing those low-class people who were not much better than savages. He tried to persuade his brother who was dazzled by love.

After breakfast, Mr. Bingley decided to go to Lucas's for dinner, despite the reluctance of Miss Bingley and Mrs. Hurst.

He also spends more time with Ji Ying, who is getting better day by day. It is not difficult for anyone to see what this young man is thinking. He must have good expectations and want to dance with Miss Bennet.

However, the Bingley sisters, who were still jealous earlier, became uncharacteristically active, using their leisure time to constantly display high-end dresses custom-made from London.

During this morning alone, Song Ci, who was sitting quietly in the warm sunshine and Tess weaving knee pads for chocolate, saw more than once that the well-dressed Miss Bingley raised her chin like Mr. The feather circled Mr. Darcy.

The gentleman's attitude under the eyes of everyone was also extremely subtle. If he said he didn't like the difficult woman in front of him, he would occasionally give a few words of appreciation when facing Miss Bingley's flirting.

But if it is true that he really enjoyed this too explicit compliment, then what is the reason for the bitter and bitter expression on his face, and the letter paper in the trash can that was ruined because of the owner's irritability is too much. Innocent.

"Poor Mr. Darcy."

Tess couldn't help but whispered, "He must have to put up with the annoying Miss Bingley in order to maintain his gentlemanly demeanor."

"That's hard to say!"

Song Ci casually hooked the soft wool, "Don't think that all men are as simple and unvain as Mr. Thomson. Sometimes even if they know it's inappropriate, they won't refuse the compliments of a lady with a decent family background and status. You must know that rhetoric is not only a man's weapon, but also a woman's magic weapon."

As she spoke, she also took a sneak look at the man who was still frowning tightly, "Don't worry about Mr. Darcy, I bet he has at least a hundred ways to get out of the predicament in front of him, if he really thinks so. Let's Let's talk about the ball in the evening, don't you want to guess what kind of beautiful dress the kind Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng will prepare for you?"

Tess blushed when she heard the words, and said, "I don't know, maybe it's like the one I walked through in the village, with a little more bright lace at most."

"how is this possible!"

Song Ci rolled his eyes ambiguously, "You know that she would never be so perfunctory about the most important moment in a girl's life. I guess she will not only match you with the most suitable clothes and shoes, but also encourage you to invite you through subtle hints. partner."

This kind of behavior that can be called reckless may not conform to the current code of conduct, but when you want to pursue happiness and the person who is lucky enough to be pursued is also a different person, how to take shortcuts to avoid unnecessary thorns and shoals appears to be particularly important.

The blush on Tess' cheeks became more alluring because of this sentence, "Perhaps Mr. Thomson didn't intend to attend the ball at all..."

"He will go."

Hastily retracting the teasing gaze that was accidentally caught by the serious cousin, Song Ci whispered: "You have to believe in the charm of Mr. Darcy, he has always been very good at dealing with friends. At least he has more ways than women."

Because I have to go out to attend a dinner party in the evening, the afternoon tea time is naturally used by gentlemen and ladies to dress up.

After returning to the room, Song Ci and Tess immediately ran to Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng who had been prepared a long time ago, and begged her to show off her expertise quickly.

Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng, who was enthusiastically sought after, did not embarrass the itchy lady much after satisfying her little mischief, and turned around and ordered Bethany to take out the treasure hidden in the closet.

She chose a creamy white lace dress with gauze sleeves for Tess, and pinned nine pink rosebuds to her hair braided into a corolla.

Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng did not imitate Miss Bingley in dressing up Tess as a jewelry display case, and only put a gold pendant cross with the letter T hidden on her chest, "May God bless you, my good girl."

"My dear lady, what a skillful hand you have!"

Song Ci pulled Tess, who was so ashamed that she couldn't lift her head, and praised sincerely: "Look at this girl, in your hands, it seems that she has transformed back into a baby who has just been baptized again! She is simply a pure and flawless little angel!"

"Now it's your turn, my lady!"

Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng put the dishonest lady on the chair with a straight face, "If you don't want to hear some nasty gossip from Mrs. de Boer in Rosings, just listen to my arrangement!"

Taking off the red agate and pomegranate earrings on the earlobe, Song Ci raised his head and said fawningly: "As long as you can show one tenth of the skill in dressing up Tess, I will listen to you!"

"Sit down obediently!"

Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng will naturally not treat her parents badly for the rest of her life, not to mention that she has lived in Rosings for nearly 20 years, and her affection for the young lady is more than an employer relationship.

There is no doubt that she created another angel with greater enthusiasm, or it is not an exaggeration to say that she is the sea goddess in Greek mythology.

A dark blue long dress strangely shows the beauty of the undulating tide under the stack of hollow silver gauze, and the moon-white shell embroidery pattern dotted on the corner of the skirt is reminiscent of the white and delicate sandy beach by the sea.

Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng put an ivory comb on the side of the lady's coiled hair, "If there is another diamond necklace, everything will be perfect!"

"But I think the dress opens too low at the chest."

Song Ci uncomfortably tugged at the collar that fell below the collarbone, "Can't you add a silk scarf?"

Forgive her for being a conservative ancient, but she really can't adapt to these skirts with half-exposed breasts.

"Of course not!"

Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng hurriedly slapped that naughty little hand away, "This is not when I was young. If you are willing to go out and hang around more, you will know that even the skirts of those elderly ladies are more generous than this."

"Then their husbands must be very generous, willing to share their own beauty with others."

Seeing that the skirt was made with the owner's preferences in mind and not too revealing, Song Ci wisely did not continue to argue with Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng, but walked out of the room with his small handbag and Tess arm in arm. door so I can meet the men still waiting downstairs.

"What are you doing here, Mr. Darcy?"

Suddenly seeing a tall figure at the top of the stairs, the excited young lady couldn't help but startled, "Are we late?"

"Do not."

Mr. Darcy, who was wearing a beautiful bow tie, coughed softly on his lips, "I want to inform you that the night wind is very cold tonight, you'd better put on a cloak before going out."

"is it?"

Song Ci turned around and looked at the motionless tree shadow outside the window, "But I didn't see it at all."

"Mr. Darcy is right. No wonder I always feel that something is missing!"

Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng who rushed over put the two cloaks in the young lady's hands, "It's not yet the time for the official debut, so it's necessary to maintain a sense of mystery!"

"Let me help."

Mr. Darcy took one of the silver-gray cloaks and gently shook it off, then skillfully tied a bow in front of his cousin, "Be careful to keep warm, and don't forget that Miss Bennet is a lesson from the past."

Seeing such a harmonious and friendly scene, Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng was so happy, she hurriedly pulled the ignorant Tess aside, and whispered: "Don't forget what I told you, be brave! Also, if Do you understand that Mr. Darcy stays with Miss, as far away as possible?"

Although Tess didn't quite understand Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng's intentions, she nodded obediently.

At this time, Mr. Darcy, who was holding Missy's arm, raised his other arm, and silently glanced at his female companion, wondering if he should come forward.

"Go on, good girl!"

Mrs. Jiang Jinsheng gave Tess a gentle push from behind, until she saw them walking down the stairs slowly, she held her chest and said happily: "Oh, I really can't wait to tell Madam all this!"

After she finished speaking, she ran back in a hurry, but she stopped halfway and turned around and rushed back to the direction of the window.

At the gate of Netherfield Gardens, the most favored young man of Rosings' master and servant was holding the young lady's hand, carefully protecting her with an indescribable tenderness, and stepping into the carriage.

The author has something to say:

Song Ci: The scumbag author arranged for Tess to be a top student, who is still an iceberg that has never melted~~_(:з」∠)_

Congratulations to Qianchuan, okay~~