Re: For every Willoughby...

Hi Jim

I think that it would have been very difficult for Bingley to go back and leave again without proposing. As I am sure Darcy would have pointed out to him, he had already raised expectations to some extent by singling Jane out so much especially at the Netherfield ball but he could still withdraw with honour. If he returned and courted her for a longer period or spent time alone then to withdraw would have been more difficult, possible but it could have had repercussions for Jane.

Having said all that here are a couple of wonderful stories where he does return that are very enjoyable and well written

I do like Bingley as a character, I think he is a true gentleman rather than a wimp so I do think we will have to agree to disagree on this one.