That was wonderful.I particularly loved Elizabeth's letter -- especially this line --
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Whatever effects I may have from my day, they are not ill.
And it is truly amazing how you are able to write something ordinary like this and make it sound provocative.
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Afterward, she took her shoes and went down to the water to wash her feet and legs. She dared not turn her head to see how much of this he watched. When she finally returned he was fidgeting with the straps.
Also, thanks for omitting any claim by anyone that Elizabeth was compromised by Darcy. This was a romantic rescue and nothing should detract from it.
I can't wait for the next.