The sitting room of Longbourn was a flurry of activity while Mrs. Bennet held court. Lydia and Kitty squabbled over a bonnet, their high-pitched bickering providing a counterpoint to their mother’s ceaseless chatter. Elizabeth sat quietly in a corner, an unusual scene that did not escape Jane’s notice. “You’re quiet today,” Jane observed softly, her gentle eyes filled with concern as she sat next to Elizabeth. Elizabeth sighed, tugging at the edge of her skirt…
Published on January 22, 2024 18:09