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too hard on yourself.”
“I am old enough to know better. Eliz… Miss Elizabeth is very young and impressionable, and the thought that I may have caused her pain will lie heavy on my conscience. If her heart was touched, as was mine, leaving without saying goodbye will cause her to despise me and rightly so.”
“I was heartened at Mr. Bennet’s acceptance of your personal physician’s assistance, as it appears he believed your account of the incident and has forgiven you.”
William chuckled mirthlessly, never turning. “Yes, he was definitely kinder when we left Longbourn than when we arrived. As for Mr. Meacham, I was not about to let the local apothecary attend Miss Elizabeth.” He looked over his shoulder at Bingley. “Are you sure that you do not mind that he will be staying at Netherfield? He should arrive late this evening or in the morning.”
“Of course not! I am pleased to have him under my roof.”
“It is just as well that I received the post from the retired solicitor Mr. Barton hired, requesting my presence in London. Unfortunately, Mr. Lowell has a habit of not explaining anything in his letters, which leaves me conjuring up the worst possible outcome. I do not expect the man to talk of particulars, but he could at least say whether things are going well with his investigation of the joint venture.”
“I pray Lowell’s news is nothing dreadful, as you have had your fair share of misery. I am still awaiting word from the investigator Barton recommended to look into the ship lost with all my goods aboard. One cannot run a successful mercantile without goods, and the stock in my warehouse in Liverpool is getting sparse, what with the loss. If you would, ask Mr. Barton if he has heard from Mr. Carter.”
“I will certainly do that, and my offer of a loan to replace the loss at sea still stands.”
Charles walked over to pat William’s shoulder. “As we discussed, I have no need for it at this time, but I appreciate the gesture.”
William nodded, continuing, “In any event, I got a letter from my Aunt Audrey right before I left London. She will be bringing Georgiana back to Town in another week or so, so I would have returned then in any event.”
“At least you can be thankful for your aunt, as she seems to have your best interest at heart. From what you have said, she has been most helpful with Georgiana.”
“Yes, she has been a godsend since Mother died. I do not know what I would have done without her.”
“She is your mother’s youngest sister and is childless, is she not?”
“Yes. She is but five and forty. Her husband died years ago and she never remarried. When Mother died, she moved into Pemberley, putting herself at my disposal to help with Georgiana. She and Georgiana have been in Bath. Naturally I would like to see her while she is in Town, and I know that they are planning another trip to Ramsgate to allow Georgiana to study with the masters.”
“I am happy that you do not have to worry for Georgiana. You will let me know if there is a problem after you consult with Lowell. I may not be able to do anything, but I will help however I can. I have some dealings with the mills, you know.”
William reached to shake his hand. “I will certainly keep that in mind. Do not forget your promise. Write me every day with news of how Miss Elizabeth is faring. I want Meacham to concentrate on taking care of her, and I trust you to contact me if she needs anything.”
“Every day, I promise.”
“I shall be in London unless I advise you that I have left for Pemberley, so that your correspondence may follow me.”
“Go and attend to what you must, my friend. I shall keep you abreast of the news here.”
Charles was hesitant but could hold back no longer as William stood and set his empty glass on a table as if preparing to retire.“Darcy, may I ask your opinion on something?”
“Certainly.”
“We have not had time to discuss this, what with your being
“I am old enough to know better. Eliz… Miss Elizabeth is very young and impressionable, and the thought that I may have caused her pain will lie heavy on my conscience. If her heart was touched, as was mine, leaving without saying goodbye will cause her to despise me and rightly so.”
“I was heartened at Mr. Bennet’s acceptance of your personal physician’s assistance, as it appears he believed your account of the incident and has forgiven you.”
William chuckled mirthlessly, never turning. “Yes, he was definitely kinder when we left Longbourn than when we arrived. As for Mr. Meacham, I was not about to let the local apothecary attend Miss Elizabeth.” He looked over his shoulder at Bingley. “Are you sure that you do not mind that he will be staying at Netherfield? He should arrive late this evening or in the morning.”
“Of course not! I am pleased to have him under my roof.”
“It is just as well that I received the post from the retired solicitor Mr. Barton hired, requesting my presence in London. Unfortunately, Mr. Lowell has a habit of not explaining anything in his letters, which leaves me conjuring up the worst possible outcome. I do not expect the man to talk of particulars, but he could at least say whether things are going well with his investigation of the joint venture.”
“I pray Lowell’s news is nothing dreadful, as you have had your fair share of misery. I am still awaiting word from the investigator Barton recommended to look into the ship lost with all my goods aboard. One cannot run a successful mercantile without goods, and the stock in my warehouse in Liverpool is getting sparse, what with the loss. If you would, ask Mr. Barton if he has heard from Mr. Carter.”
“I will certainly do that, and my offer of a loan to replace the loss at sea still stands.”
Charles walked over to pat William’s shoulder. “As we discussed, I have no need for it at this time, but I appreciate the gesture.”
William nodded, continuing, “In any event, I got a letter from my Aunt Audrey right before I left London. She will be bringing Georgiana back to Town in another week or so, so I would have returned then in any event.”
“At least you can be thankful for your aunt, as she seems to have your best interest at heart. From what you have said, she has been most helpful with Georgiana.”
“Yes, she has been a godsend since Mother died. I do not know what I would have done without her.”
“She is your mother’s youngest sister and is childless, is she not?”
“Yes. She is but five and forty. Her husband died years ago and she never remarried. When Mother died, she moved into Pemberley, putting herself at my disposal to help with Georgiana. She and Georgiana have been in Bath. Naturally I would like to see her while she is in Town, and I know that they are planning another trip to Ramsgate to allow Georgiana to study with the masters.”
“I am happy that you do not have to worry for Georgiana. You will let me know if there is a problem after you consult with Lowell. I may not be able to do anything, but I will help however I can. I have some dealings with the mills, you know.”
William reached to shake his hand. “I will certainly keep that in mind. Do not forget your promise. Write me every day with news of how Miss Elizabeth is faring. I want Meacham to concentrate on taking care of her, and I trust you to contact me if she needs anything.”
“Every day, I promise.”
“I shall be in London unless I advise you that I have left for Pemberley, so that your correspondence may follow me.”
“Go and attend to what you must, my friend. I shall keep you abreast of the news here.”
Charles was hesitant but could hold back no longer as William stood and set his empty glass on a table as if preparing to retire.“Darcy, may I ask your opinion on something?”
“Certainly.”
“We have not had time to discuss this, what with your being
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