“Her thoughts were all fixed on that one spot of Pemberly House, whichever it might be, where Mr. Darcy then was. She longed to know what at that moment was passing in his mind; in what manner he thought of her, and whether, in defiance of everything, she was still dear to him” (246).
- Elizabeth had never once wondered what Darcy thought of her. She never valued his supposed arrogant opinions or ideas—and never once did she ever expect this to change. However, this quote depicts this drastic change. Upon Elizabeth’s realization of Darcy’s true character, she shifts from having feelings of hatred and disdain toward Darcy, to respect and admiration. Elizabeth longs for some type of sign that may release her uncertainty of Darcy’s feelings for her through a glance or a mannerism. She wonders if Darcy still has feelings for her, but assumes and expresses certainty that he doesn’t: “It is impossible that he should still love me” (249). However, we gain insight from an outside source that, “it was evident that he was very much in love with her” (257). Elizabeth still remains unsure of her own feelings toward Darcy (258), let alone attempting to figure out Darcy’s.
Multiple Choice:
What are Elizabeth’s feelings on being acquainted with Miss Darcy?
A) Elizabeth felt that it was a compliment of the highest kind
B) Elizabeth dreaded the meeting because Miss Darcy proved to be arrogant
C) Mrs. Reynolds had spoken ill of Miss Darcy’s upbringing and persuaded Elizabeth not to speak with her
D) Indifference
E) Elizabeth was already well acquainted with Miss Darcy and despised her
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