Sir William departs for home pleased with his daughter’s situation. Thankfully, Mr. Collins spends most of his time in the garden, reading, writing and informing them of the carriage movements on the lane in front of the parsonage.
Mr. Collins & Charlotte spend many hours at Rosings and Elizabeth wonders about the other neglected families in his parish. Lady Catherine occasionally visits to examine, correct and advise them. Nothing was beneath her notice and when the cottagers were quarrelsome she would sallie forth to settle their differences scolding them into harmony and plenty. Elizabeth has her favourite walk in the Park beyond the reach of Lady Catherine’s curiosity.
A fortnight passes away and Easter approaches. Mr. Darcy and his cousin Col Fitzwilliam arrive and call on the parsonage. Mr. Darcy appears the same meeting Elizabeth with composure. Col Fitzwilliam talked, but Darcy was mostly silent. Col Fitzwilliam’s manners were much admired.