In a garden pavilion at Rosings Park, Mr. Darcy confesses his love to Elizabeth Bennet, speaking bluntly of his feelings while making no attempt to hide his contempt for her family. Yet this time, just as Elizabeth is about to refuse him, she suddenly stops.
She realizes that while she dislikes his attitude right now, if she wanted to, she might be able to bring Jane and Bingley, the lovers Darcy separated, back together. Perhaps she could even help Darcy become a better man...
So she accepts his proposal. This decision sets off an entirely new psychological game. During their engagement, Elizabeth tries to understand Darcy’s true character while working to change her opinion of him, and Darcy strives to learn how to respect her, understand her, and truly win her heart.
As time passes, their relationship gradually shifts in subtle ways. Darcy learns to let go of his pride, while Elizabeth discovers that her feelings for him are more complicated than she imagined.
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