It is unfortunate that the only lady to have ever captivated me so thoroughly would be an utterly unsuitable one.
She is witty, clever and well-educated, I do not deny that. But the matter of her family completely outweighs any positive factor.
There is no other way to it. I must conquer this captivation.
I was an honorable, rational man before, and I will thrive to be so, too, in her presence.
Miss Bennet can not, under any circumstances, learn of the power she currently possess. The power, which I will be battling, with utmost duty, to gain back.
No matter the sparkle in her eyes as we debate over matters. No matter her modest flirtation. Her impertinent smile or her playful manners.
I refuse to be drawn into her net.
I refuse...
-- Mr Darcy of Pemberley, Derbyshire