Dear Mr. Darcy [Pride and Prejudice]

After Mr. Darcy married Emma, ​​Mr. Bingley also married Miss Jane Bennet, whom he fell in love with at first sight.Mr. Bingley would visit Pemberley two or three times a year, though they could not travel as often as they had before their marriage.

This visit was just before Christmas.

After a long absence, Mr. Bingley must take Mr. Darcy to drink a few glasses of wine. Mr. Darcy took a look at Emma.Emma nodded slightly: "Mr. Bingley must have a lot to say to you, Fitzwilliam. Let's go to the living room to have a secret conversation among the ladies."

Emma and Miss Jane, who became Mrs. Bingley, came and sat down in the drawing-room.

Jane said a little enviously: "You and Mr. Darcy have such a good relationship. He will also ask for your opinion on whether to drink."

Emma has a headache.She was very understanding of the occasional drink for the sake of social and friendship. Mr. Darcy didn't have to ask for instructions. The reason for this overreaction was because she said something she shouldn't have said last month. "My brother came to see me last month and mentioned that he was handling affairs in Yorkshire. There was a couple where the husband drank and beat his wife. I said that if I had such a husband, I would definitely get a divorce."

"Mr. Darcy seriously?" Jane was amused.She has always been a little in awe of Mr. Darcy, and she never thought that Mr. Darcy would be so simple in front of his wife that he would even take this kind of joke seriously.

Emma said vaguely, "He probably cares a little bit."

In fact, Mr. Darcy is suffering. Generally speaking, dramas and novels end with marriage, because after marriage, there are no major problems between the two, and at most they are quarrels.But he realizes he shouldn't have let it go so early, given that he's married back to a not-so-normal wife.He knew very well that Emma was not joking.With an independent personality and own property, divorce is not impossible for Emma.This lifted Mr. Darcy's heart that had been let down after his marriage.

Of course, Emma would not tell Jane this way, she changed the subject: "It just so happens that a new chef is hired, and he is very good at cooking French dishes. Let's stay a few more days this time."

Jane smiled shyly. "I would love to stay a few more days too, but my sisters will be visiting for Christmas and will arrive a few days early."

Emma understood very well.Although Lydia did not elope with Mr. Wickham, the personalities of Jane's two little sisters did not change.Christmas is a very important holiday, and it is not appropriate to go to the house of my married sister.Before these sisters get married, Jane will have to worry about them all the time. "Maybe at the Christmas ball, they can find someone they like."

Jane sighed softly. "I hope so." Mr. Bingley was very tolerant to his wife's family, but Miss Bingley, who was not married, was not so kind.This is also the reason why she and Mr. Bingley must go back early. Miss Bingley and Lydia may not be able to get along harmoniously. "Charlie also said that he would help invite more outstanding young people of the right age."

Mr. Bingley and Mr. Darcy are really different in character.If it were Mr. Darcy, I'm afraid he would not be so easy to talk to.Emma suddenly thought of a question. "Do you know how Mr. Bingley and Fitzwilliam became friends?" She knew that Mr. Bingley and Mr. Darcy used to be students in the same school, but how did the two people with completely different personalities and interests meet and become friends?This troubled Emma for a long time.

A look of embarrassment appeared on Jane's face. "This..." She did know, but she wasn't sure if it was appropriate to tell Emma.

"Haha, this happened more than ten years ago." When neither Emma nor Jane noticed, Mr. Bingley walked into the living room.He had just heard Emma's question. "Fitzwilliam has gone upstairs to write a letter. Let me answer this question."

Mr. Bingley was clearly drunk, his fair cheeks were flushed, his eyes sparkled, and he said with great interest, "That was an incredible encounter."

Sixteen-year-old Mr Charlie Bingley is a bit distressed today.On weekdays, he always complains about the heavy workload and life is too depressing, but today he hopes that the school's regulations can be more rigid.

The school prohibits going out casually on weekdays, and there are various restrictions on life and entertainment. Only the annual Christmas Carnival allows students to be freed from the rules and regulations to relax.A very popular play - Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream - has been staged at nearby theaters for the past two months.Some students wanted to watch a play, but the school did not agree to invite the troupe to perform at the school, but it seemed unreasonable to simply reject the request. After weighing it, a compromise plan was proposed: let the students perform by themselves.

There are no girls in the school, and all female roles need to be replayed by boys. The beautiful boy Mr. Bingley was coaxed by his friends and classmates to play the role, so he reluctantly agreed. In "A Midsummer Night's Dream", there is a love story of two men and two women, a pair of lovers Hermia and Lysander, Demetrius who loves Hermia, and Helena who loves Lysander.Because of the goblin's intervention, two men who love Hermia fall in love with Helena.The goblin later corrected the mistake.Hermia and Lysander, Helena and Demetrius, two lovers finally married.The lines are all about love, love, love, and it is very shameful to express love to boys or to be courted.

After arriving at the rehearsal venue, Mr. Bingley, who was a little bit reluctant in his anxiety, was quickly led to the person in charge.The person in charge gave a warm welcome to Mr. Bingley. "Oh, dear Hermia, here you come. Let me introduce you to Lysander, your love."

A tall, handsome boy, with one hand on his breast, bent over Mr. Bingley. "We met for the first time. Frankly speaking, pouring out love to men on stage, I think this will probably become a scar engraved in my heart for the rest of my life. But after seeing you, I don't think things are that bad."

Being made a joke, Mr. Bingley was not angry, and responded with a joke. "I thought the script would hurt both of us at the same time. This is very fair. I feel unbalanced after hearing your speech."

"Boys, there is nothing to be ashamed of dedicating yourself to art and beauty." The person in charge continued, "This is Demetrius who is also devoted to you."

The boy who played Demetrius appeared calmer and welcomed Mr. Bingley. "

In the end, the person in charge pointed to the stern-faced boy beside him and introduced: "This is Helena who likes Demetrius, uh, okay, okay." Stuck by the cold eyes, the person in charge changed his words : "Reintroduce, this is Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy, who plays Helena in the play."

Mr. Bingley noticed Mr. Darcy at first sight before the person in charge introduced him.He himself is often nicknamed the beautiful boy Adonis, but he feels that the person in front of him fits the current aesthetics.The skin is pale, handsome and slender.The only downside is the gloomy complexion. "Hello." After saying this politely, Mr. Darcy closed his mouth, as if he didn't intend to say another word.

Looks like a difficult fellow, muttered Mr. Bingley. "Hello."

The person in charge sends the script to everyone. "Because we are not professional actors, the script has many deletions and changes compared to the original one. You can read the script here and exchange ideas, and I will come back later."

Mr. Bingley flipped through the script roughly. In order to reduce the difficulty of the performance, the script was changed a bit messily.But anyway, it doesn't matter if the blogger smiles. "I was still worried about whether I would be able to act, but after reading the script, I felt relieved."

The boy who played Lysander said triumphantly: "Our adaptation of this part is written by me."

Mr. Bingley replied politely: "It really surprised me."

Lysander took it as a compliment. "Haha, I think being a nobleman requires certain attainments in art. This is a basic accomplishment, not something to boast about. And it was just a random write-up. It only took a day. If you spend a little more time, the effect should be better. better."

Mr. Bingley's disinterest was not evident in his face.His easy-going and smooth way of dealing with things is due to his own personality on the one hand, and on the other hand, it is also because most of the classmates he usually gets along with are from noble backgrounds, which made him form such a habit for a long time.The Lysette in front of him is the future viscount, so it's better not to offend him.He complies with a standard smile, occasionally nodding affirmatively or making surprised sounds.

Lysette was encouraged to speak more vigorously.

Mr. Darcy took no interest in the friendly conversation, and stood silently taking his lines.Being too kind and suspected of being a follower, this is Mr. Darcy's first impression of Mr. Bingley.

Although Lysette spoke with great interest, he still noticed Mr. Darcy who refused to participate in the discussion. "What does Mr. Darcy think of adaptations of Shakespeare's plays?"

Mr. Bingley could see Mr. Darcy's contempt, and he made a smoothie out of good intentions. "Mr. Darcy also thinks your play is good?"

Mr. Darcy did not appreciate it at all.This kind of words that seem to be singing together seems to be putting pressure on him. "I don't know much about art. Why don't you discuss this with the gentleman who is also interested in art?"

Mr. Bingley flushed with embarrassment.He had also encountered some people who were condescending and looked down on him because of his background.They considered it demeaning to study at the same school as the merchant's son.Was this unfriendly Mr. Darcy one of them?Severe, rigid and impersonal, suspected of looking down on people.This is Mr. Bingley's first impression of Mr. Darcy.

Although the first impression was not good, Mr. Bingley soon admired Mr. Darcy.Everyone was a little bit embarrassed about saying the lines. After all, they are all boys, so it always feels weird to say it.Only Mr. Darcy, although he has a bitter and bitter expression, can say to Demetrius in a voice full of emotion, "Don't leave me, please stay, even if you kill me" lines.In contrast, Mr. Bingley felt that he was not strong enough.

The person in charge comforted him and said: "This is not a formal performance, just to make everyone laugh. Darcy's behavior is really out of my expectation."

"Yes." Mr. Bingley agreed. "Mr. Darcy does not appear to want the part."

"Did you see it?" The person in charge realized that he had said something nonsense. "Ah, it's no wonder, he was too obvious. In fact, he didn't volunteer to play Helena. Because we couldn't find any actors who voluntarily signed up, we decided the winner by playing cards, and the loser had to sign up."

Mr. Darcy just heard this sentence when he came over, and said indifferently: "You are just looking for a chance to play cards."

The person in charge avoided Mr. Darcy's sight guiltily. "So I said the result can be invalidated."

"You must keep your promise." Mr. Darcy ended the conversation with one sentence, turned and left.

The next day, the leading actors were led to try on costumes.

"What is this?" Mr. Bingley, who had never seen women's underwear before, picked up a piece of fabric with shyness and curiosity.He originally thought that the first time he saw this kind of thing must be on the wedding night, but he didn't expect that he wanted to wear it for the first time, so his mood was really complicated.

"Tights. Come on, hold on here and take a deep breath."

Suddenly there was a sharp pain in his waist, and Mr. Bingley let out an unprepared cry of pain. He felt that his ribs were about to be strangled.It's a pity that it's still a long way from wearing tights.

"Is it really not possible?" The person in charge looked disappointed. "Already ordered tights in a large size."

After being released, Mr. Bingley grinned and rubbed his waist.

The person in charge said in a bit of embarrassment: "Can you try again? I can't tuck you into the skirt without wearing tights."

"Give me a break." Mr. Bingley took two quick steps back, away from the dangerous tights as much as he could. "I feel like my stomach is popping out. I'd pay for a looser dress."

The person in charge also knows that this is not humane, but there is no way to do it. "But...the time may not be enough."

Mr. Bingley, who was not very good at rejecting people, turned his head in distress, looking for an ally. "Mr. Darcy also thinks..."

Mr. Bingley thought he was about the same size as Mr. Darcy, and he found Mr. Darcy equally difficult to fit in tights that were too small.But he forgot Mr. Darcy's character.Mr. Darcy refused to make the gesture of holding the pole, took a deep breath, stood up with his feet slightly apart, and straightened his back.Even though the bones were strangled to make a creaking sound, they did not waver at all.The firm gaze seems to be telling his strong will and unchanging determination.

After staring blankly for a while, Mr. Bingley seriously asked: "Please let me try again." Although Mr. Bingley still felt that Mr. Darcy was too proud, at this time he had a feeling of admiration for Mr. Darcy.A man who is not knocked down by tights is a real man!

After overcoming the obstacle of tights, Mr. Bingley has a new enemy - high heels.The difficulty of the tights is overcome by gritting your teeth, but walking in high heels as usual requires a certain skill.Mr. Bingley wrestled frequently on stage in the next few days, but Mr. Darcy seemed to have no problem at all.

Mr. Bingley hesitated for two days, and finally he couldn't help asking Mr. Darcy about his skills: "How do you manage not to fall?"

Although Mr. Darcy's face is usually not good-looking, after listening to Mr. Bingley's question, Mr. Darcy's face is so gloomy that it has reached a new height.

Mr. Bingley was startled, not knowing what was wrong with his words.Just when he couldn't bear the pressure and wanted to apologize, Mr. Darcy dropped a word and left. "Practice makes perfect."

Practice makes perfect, practice makes perfect?Mr. Bingley suddenly understood.Although he was sorry for Mr. Darcy, he couldn't help laughing as he imagined Mr. Darcy practicing walking in high heels at night with a black face.

Although there were various problems in the middle, fortunately, the performance was very successful.

After Mr. Bingley stepped down, he went back to the changing room and put the props back on the shelves.Just as he was about to take off his skirt, the door opened suddenly, and several boys walked in. "Oh, isn't this Hermia?"

Mr. Bingley was taken aback, and soon recognized these were some noble children.I don't think much of him on weekdays.Although the contemptuous tone of the other party made Mr. Bingley very unhappy, but considering the identity of the other party, it is better not to conflict with them.Mr. Bingley smiled politely. "Hello."

This reaction was too flat, and those few people were not very satisfied. "Beautiful lady, would you please dance with us?"

The smile faded from Mr. Bingley's face.To refuse, or not to refuse?This kind of guy just wants to humiliate the merchant's son for fun, as long as he obeys their request, they will not do other more excessive things in school, which is not a noble status.But his pride kept him from nodding. "If you wish to dance with the ladies, why not invite real ladies to the ball during the holidays? I'm sure there are plenty of ladies who would say yes to your invitation."

Seeing that he didn't obey, several people showed obvious displeasure. "Seeing that you are used to flattering yourself, why do you suddenly have self-esteem today?"

Mr. Bingley just hoped that there would be no troubles as much as possible. After all, he was young and energetic, and he couldn't bear such direct humiliation no matter what. "I abide by the character of a gentleman in my dealings with people, and I hope you will do the same."

The guy in the lead kicked the shelf next to him hard. "Are you mocking us?"

The prop scepter on the side of Mr. Bingley fell, and Mr. Bingley subconsciously dodged to the side when he heard the sound, but it was too late, and the metal scepter was about to hit his shoulder.With a flash of cold light, the scepter was thrown away.

Mr. Bingley stared blankly at Mr. Darcy who seemed to have fallen from the sky.The makeup on his face has not been removed, and he is still wearing a long skirt, but perhaps because of his calm and sharp eyes, this attire does not look weak or ridiculous at all. "Let's end the joke."

Swept by the cold eyes, several noble children fell silent.They're just idle and wanting to have some fun, and it's not worth going up against Mr. Darcy.Although Mr. Darcy is not the heir to the title, his mother is the daughter of an earl, and his uncle is the chief justice of London. In addition, Mr. Darcy himself is outstanding in language, riding and fencing, and has an upright and tough character.He is by no means a good object of slighting pleasure.A few people had to leave angrily.

Mr. Bingley thanked Mr. Darcy solemnly. "Thank you very much for your help just now."

"No." Mr. Darcy didn't feel that he was doing much favor.He checked the sword in his hand. Since it was a prop, the quality was actually not good. Just now he grabbed it and used it casually. Although he used his skills to push away the scepter, the sword was also bent.

Mr. Bingley quickly said: "Please allow me to pay compensation." Although Mr. Darcy bent the sword, it was entirely to save him, and it is unreasonable for Mr. Darcy to make compensation.

Seeing Mr. Bingley's resolute attitude, Mr. Darcy nodded.

Still as cold as ever.Mr. Bingley sighed in disappointment. He had expected Mr. Darcy to be kinder.On second thought, however, Mr. Bingley cheered up again.Mr. Darcy is just inarticulate, not actually cruel.Perhaps Mr. Darcy was distressed by this (no, Mr. Bingley made up his own imagination).Then he will take the initiative to communicate.Mr. Bingley scratched his hair and said half-jokingly: "I thought you didn't like me, but I didn't expect you to save me."

Mr. Darcy said frankly: "If you promised to dance with them, I would not do it." However, Mr. Bingley sternly refused, which made Mr. Darcy feel that although Mr. Bingley was too kind, he was not a villain , then he cannot stand idly by.

Mr. Bingley was a little embarrassed. "Of course. Although I seem to have no temper, I also have my own bottom line."

Mr. Darcy nodded. "good."

It was the first time that Mr. Darcy had spoken positively of Mr. Bingley.Mr. Bingley was stunned for a moment, inexplicably feeling a great sense of accomplishment, a smile appeared on his face. "What are you doing for a while?"

Mr. Darcy thought about it. "Go back and read." The classmate also invited him to participate in the evening activities, but at the carnival night, a group of boys got together after drinking, and the topics of discussion were relatively vulgar, and the activities also made Mr. Darcy feel uncomfortable. He would rather go back to read.

"You want to read a book on Christmas, which is only once a year?" Mr. Bingley couldn't believe his ears, but after thinking about it carefully, it was indeed Mr. Darcy's style. "So, how about we go play chess?"

"Play chess?" Mr. Darcy likes to play chess, but he didn't play chess with Mr. Bingley in his activity options. After all, the relationship between the two was relatively unfamiliar before.

"That's right, you should be able to accept this kind of entertainment, right?"

"Yes, but..." Mr. Darcy felt that the plot was developing a little too fast.

Mr. Bingley flattered himself that he had guessed right. "That's good, let's go. You don't really want to read books on this rare holiday, do you?"

"......kindness."

Emma couldn't get enough of what she heard. "You and Fitzwilliam have been friends since then?"

Mr. Bingley shook his head. "Of course not, Fitzwilliam is a difficult guy. It took me a long time to get close to him. But if you want to talk about the beginning of friendship, this is the day. Although I unilaterally made up my mind to become friends with Fitzwilliam. Maybe his words were too sharp, but he was not malicious, nor did he despise me."

Emma laughed. "I don't think this is the beginning of a one-sided friendship. Fitzwilliam doesn't play chess with people he hates. Do you, Fitzwilliam?"

"Fitzwilliam?" Mr. Bingley said so intently that he did not notice Mr. Darcy's return at some point.

Mr. Darcy's face sank.Tights and high heels were a secret he wished to bury forever, but Mr. Bingley hadn't expected to say it like that.But looking at Mr. Bingley's hopeful eyes, he couldn't tell the lie that hurt him. "I realized that day that you are a gentleman whose character is worthy of respect." Mr. Darcy finally couldn't help adding a sentence after holding back. "But a true gentleman should be more careful in his choice of subject!"

Mr. Bingley was not in the least affected. "I knew that I would invite you after that day, and you didn't really want to refuse."

Emma sighed.After getting along with Mr. Darcy for a long time, Mr. Bingley's ears are automatically equipped with a filter function, which can screen out too sharp words and leave what he wants to hear.It seems that the last sentence was screened out by Mr. Bingley.

Mr. Bingley continued to happily say: "By the way, Fitzwilliam. I will never forget that day when you wore a skirt and used a saber to pick up the scepter. It was full of artistic beauty, as if your whole body was glowing. I At that time, I thought, if you are a young lady, I must propose to you."

Mr. Darcy's mouth twitched with a sudden chill. "Please allow me to refuse."

Mr. Bingley smiled and said: "Fitzwilliam, you are too serious, I just assumed, and you are not a woman, how could I propose to you?"

"...don't make that assumption."

"Do you want to take away even the right to assume?"

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Emma watched the two argue with her chin resting on her cheeks.In front of his friends, Mr. Darcy looked a little more childish than usual.She didn't expect that Mr. Darcy was once a beautiful boy with red lips and white teeth, and he even wore women's clothing.Emma was secretly thinking how to find an artist to paint the pictures in Mr. Bingley's memory.The lady's version of the beautiful boy Mr. Darcy, she will definitely treasure this painting.Well, the matter is to be kept from Mr. Darcy...

Mr. Darcy, who was arguing, suddenly felt a chill behind him.

The author has something to say: Little angels, I’m really sorry for the long break this time. I had nothing to do when I started the article. I didn’t expect to be busy now, but I will definitely finish writing!For the time being, it will be updated every other day