A Fortunate Compromise Quotes

“I am sorry, Papa. That was hardly ladylike —” Her father held up a hand to stay her words. “There is no need. On the contrary, my dear, I believe I am rather proud of you.” His eyes twinkled as he looked at Mr Darcy. “I say, good show.”
― Beatrice Langford, A Fortunate Compromise: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

“She had never been this close to a man before. It was altogether scandalous and terrible. And yet…and yet…was there not something rather wonderful about it,”
― Beatrice Langford, A Fortunate Compromise: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

“And what made you believe I would stoop to being parted with my daughter for the likes of you?” Mr Bennet asked.”
― Beatrice Langford, A Fortunate Compromise: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

“In that moment, she knew she loved Mr Darcy, body and soul.”
― Beatrice Langford, A Fortunate Compromise: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

“Mr Bennet gave a short laugh. “Really, my dear,” he said sarcastically, glancing at Darcy. “Are you not compromised enough already?” Chapter 7 Elizabeth tried to stifle her hurt at her father’s acerbic comment. She ought to have known that he would treat the situation with his usual dry wit. It had been too much to hope for that he would consider how painful the situation was to her feelings. Indeed, he had a right to be angry with her, though she had not acted with intent. Mr Darcy, too,”
― Beatrice Langford, A Fortunate Compromise: A Pride and Prejudice Variation