Mr Darcy's Summer Surprise Quotes

“Richard glanced over his shoulder once more, noting the careful degree of distance between the pair, and let out a sigh he could not quite stifle. Darcy and Elizabeth may be in love, he thought as he and Anne reached the table and found their seats. But I am not entirely sure they know it!”
― Meg Osborne, Mr Darcy's Summer Surprise

“I oughtn’t to have eaten so much,” Richard groaned, laying a hand on his slim midsection. “Not when I am not marching to burn it off.” “You might march, if you wish,” Darcy remarked, from his seat in the corner. “Rise with the rooster and plot a route around the grounds. I shall give Georgiana leave to heckle you, if you are missing regimental life so sorely.” Richard grinned. “Thank you, no. I have been on the receiving end of Georgiana’s heckling before and she is a crueller drill-sergeant than any who wears colours. No, I shall embark on some easier exercise, I think. Perhaps a ride.”
― Meg Osborne, Mr Darcy's Summer Surprise

“I come from a meeting with Mr Collins. What a tiresome man he is! I much prefer his wife, for she has a bit of spirit to her, although she is well-mannered enough not to outshine him.” She sighed.”
― Meg Osborne, Mr Darcy's Summer Surprise