AN: Hullo all! Thank you so much for all your lovely, supportive reviews I love you all! I especially wish to thank you for your unanimous opinion on my question last chapter, and also for the great ideas some of you gave me which I will be honoured to use!

Disclaimer: If I owned Pride and Prejudice I would probably get arrested for stealing.

My Dear Sister,

As I stated in my previous letter, I would resume my habit of writing to you when life here became a considerably more interesting narrative for you to read, and with Mr Bingley's ball preparations well under way and under control this has become so. Happily, I have now regained the company of my friend as he is not constantly worrying and planning, and we have been able to venture into public once again. I must note however that despite my anticipation to be out and about once more, the harsh reality of this rural neighbourhood quickly stifled my enthusiasm. In my confinement I had quite forgotten Hertfordshire's uncanny ability to spring nasty surprises and irritating society on one, I must admit that it was an acute case of absence making the heart grow fonder and ironically, I am much relieved to be back within the confined of Netherfield Park.

When in Meryton earlier today we happened across the Bennet sisters (there are five in total) and it was most satisfying to see the eldest Miss Bennet back in full health and our accidental meeting seemed to gratify Bingley very much because now that Miss Bennet is well again, he may officially decide on a date and send out the invitations for his ball. I must say though dear sister that the prospect of this ball is beginning to appeal less and less in my mind as I learn more about those who will be in attendance although I doubt very much that I shall be able to convince Bingley to be a little less hospitable and complying, he can be very stubborn about that.

I must say Georgiana that I am extremely glad to be in possession of a sister who is not obsessed with militia as the female inhabitants of Hertfordshire seem to be. I fail to understand how a ridiculously red coat makes a person somehow respectable, and an arrogant swagger can recommend them as trustworthy. I acknowledge of course that there may be several officers who are both respectable and trustworthy but as you know I abhor stereotypes and the practice of defining someone by their rank or profession on a first impression. However, this particular regiment seems to show little good breeding, but of course Bingley has invited them also to his ball. Although, on the positive side, it shall provide a great number of gentlemen which could make it likely that I will be spared the constant pressure to stand up on the dance floor when I have no desire to dance.

With that satisfying thought I shall take my leave of you once again and I hope to hear from you soon, your letters as always, are a joy to read and give me comfort that you are content.

With love,

Fitzwilliam.

My Cousin and Friend, Colonel Fitzwilliam,

Unfortunately you find me today in less than my usual spirits as I have some grave news to express. As you know, I was intending to invite Georgiana down to Netherfield for Mr Bingley's ball in the hopes that in the presence of a few familiar faces she may be able to become more comfortable around the other strangers. However I believe this must be called off at once as It came to my intelligence today that the rogue George Wickham has taken a commission in the –shire regiment which is stationed near here and will be attending that very event. As usual he showed no signs of remorse in my presence and if my intuition serves me correctly he has found a family full of young ladies to prey apon. As I am sure you will agree it would be inconceivable to subject our beloved charge to the ordeal of meeting that man again. I can only hope that this situation shall soon pass for the peace of mind of all, but knowing the character and nerve of Wickham I cannot be certain how long he will stay.

I shall of course, update you with any new developments should they arise.

Your Cousin,

Fitzwilliam Darcy.

AN: Ta DA! I hope this lives up to everyone's standards, it's nice to be getting some direction now I sort of know where this is going. Of course, all suggestions are welcome and please whist you're here…Review!

Review Responses:

Teresa and Kyra3: Thanks guys! Your support is so encouraging please keep reading.

misscabbage: Thanks for your suggestion! I hope to use it later on in P+P when there's not much 'Darcy' activity. It's a great idea!

GeeAMouse and Gentileschi: I totally agree with you about not having any slip ups in there. I hope I can rely on you to tell me if it gets to obvious. Cheers!

Elouise82: Thanks! I had a great time writing them. I hope I captured his character alright. Notice your suggestion in there? Lol.

Dearing: Thanks so much! Colin Firth-ness is exactly what I was going for! And yes I have seen the BBC version, it's actually that scene that prompted me to ask the question! Great mind's ey?

And thank you to everyone who reviewed chapter one! Without you I never would have continued and I'm having so much fun!