Elizabeth had a head start in the race but Darcy subsequently outstripped her.
He was halfway up the tree when --
"Owwww!"
Worried that Elizabeth was hurt, he hastened back down.
Strangely, there was no sign of her when he reached the ground.
"Nearly there, Fitzwilliam!"
Looking up, he saw Elizabeth almost at the top.
He climbed back up and they sat together on a sturdy branch.
"Why are you pouting?"
"You cheated!"
Elizabeth laughed.
"It is not funny, Elizabeth. I deserve my prize."
"Very well. You may claim a kiss."
"How about two? One as a consolation for your trickery."