A/N: Long time no see, people! It's been a busy month, but here it is, chapter 11. There's something I've been planning to do for quite some time now, but I always forget! And I was not in my best days lately, anyway . . . I want to thanks Mary for everything. She is truly an amazing person and I feel immensely blessed for having found (or being found, I'm not sure) by her.

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Chapter 11

There was nothing else to be done in town, Darcy was to pay a visit to discuss business concerning his properties but was taken by surprise with the drought issue. As nothing else could be done before said problem was over he decided to return to Netherfield sooner than he had predicted.

I need her help with Pemberley's present situation, but I also have to apologise for what I have done, I will still be true to my word and let us have a relationship with more liberties than what is proper, but I cannot force her to submit to my beastly demands!

Darcy arrived at her cottage in the afternoon of a beautiful Sunday; all the signs of last winter already gone, replaced by the first brave seedlings pushing up from the frozen ground. He knocked on the door and was immediately greeted by Fass.

"Good Afternoon, Mr. Darcy. I hope your journey back to Meryton was pleasant." Fass motioned for Darcy to enter the house. "Lizzy is finishing her bath; I will let her know you are here."

Darcy was quite nervous. He did not know exactly how to act around her after all that has happened. There was so much to be said, yet he knew not how to start. Darcy had his eyes closed and head leaning on the chair when a sound caught his attention.

Lizzy was wearing a small, homemade robe, attempting to dry her wet hair with a thick towel. "I was not expecting you so soon, Fitzwilliam."

All the resolutions Darcy had previously made were completely washed away by the very sight of her. For the entire time after their forbidden dalliance, the woman now in front of him had never left his mind. Her voice, her smile, her scent . . . The feel of her skin under his fingers, her complexion flushed by desire, the sounds of pleasure he was able to extract from her . . . At that moment, he realised it would be impossible to not have her. Who had he been trying to deceive? He would never again be able to resist her, not now that he knew what it was like to have her in his arms.

Darcy stood and stared at Lizzy, unable to utter a single word. She looked into his eyes, and once more saw raw desire, so intense it made her feel a chill going down her spine and her stomach clasp with anticipation.

"I missed you," Darcy said in a husky, low voice, as he pulled the sash of her robe, bringing her body close to his and opening her garment at the same time. With his free hand, he threw her towel aside. Darcy lowered his lips and kissed Lizzy roughly, any ideas of proper behaviour for a gentleman forgotten.

Lizzy was in heaven. Darcy was the sexiest man she had ever been with. Oh my, I had to travel through space and time in order to find such man. This expedition is just getting better. Her hands were soon working on the buttons of his shirt, despairingly trying to feel his bare chest under her fingertips. "Oh, finally!" she shouted when his broad shoulders were freed. Lizzy kissed and licked his neck, savouring his taste.

Her wet tongue over his overheated skin almost pushed Darcy over the edge. He lifted her naked body and sat her on the table. Darcy opened her legs and pulled her to him while gripping her knees. Their bodies were close, but Lizzy's hand found its way to the fall of his breeches. This particular piece of clothing was much easier to deal with than what she was used to, and soon Lizzy was caressing his hard member. He groaned in her mouth and kissed her even harder.

Darcy leaned Lizzy's body back towards the table, supporting her back with his arm so he could suckle her breast. He captured one hard nipple with his teeth while pinching the other.

Lizzy threw her head back, in ecstasy. Her mind was clouded and she could only absorb the intense pleasure Darcy was imposing on her. "William, I can't . . ." she whispered in lust, her eyes already tearing with desire, "I can't take it any more . . . Just . . . Please!"

Darcy removed her hand from his hardness and entered her with one long thrust. "Oh Lord, you are so warm!" He groaned, breathing erratically and trying to control his urge to take her fast and hard, he did not wish this to end so soon.

Lizzy supported her body with both of her hands splayed on the table, allowing Darcy to lose himself inside of her. Although he tried to control himself with all his strength, the sight of her as she was now, with her eyes darkened and opened, staring at him, her mouth gaping and her bosom pushed up, was too much for him. He thrust harder and harder, thanking heaven for each sound that escaped from her mouth. Darcy felt Lizzy reaching her peak, her legs trembling against his hips, and let himself go.

They stayed in that position for a while, waiting for their breathing to calm down. After his release, sense rushed back to Darcy's mind and he felt an immense wave of guilt. This was not supposed to happen! What have I done again?! Darcy held her tight and said, "I am so, so sorry, Lizzy!"

Lizzy could not understand his statement. "What are you sorry for, William?"

"William?" he asked confused.

"Fitzwilliam is too long; I wish to call you William, if you do not object, of course."

"William . . ." Darcy said, trying the name. For a moment, he forgot his reproachable acts, but it was for just a moment. "Lizzy, I am sorry for what I have done!" He was mortified for not being able to control his nature.

"And what is this, William, that you have done that is making you feel so much regret?"

"I took advantage of your situation, Lizzy! I imposed myself on you! You are a respectable woman and I . . ." Darcy could not find the right words to complete his thought.

Lizzy pushed him softly away so she could stand up. She searched the room for her robe and covered herself. "I thought we had an arrangement, Mr. Darcy." She averted her eyes, his words cut through her like a sharp knife. Oh god, I have lost him! This thought alone made her heart ache.

Darcy sensed her distress and felt even guiltier, it was not his intention to hurt her! He reached for her and, although she tried to escape his hands, Darcy pulled her to him, placing her in his lap as he sat on the couch. "We do have one, Lizzy. Please, do not feel troubled. You are a respectable, wonderful woman, and the way I treated you . . ."

"But you said that we would act upon my rules. Can you not see that this is not wrong for me?"

After her first shock from his comment, Lizzy could now understand where Darcy was coming from. If it was difficult for her to live in this world, trying to fit in; for him, it must be an even greater challenge trying to fit into hers. She lightly touched his cheeks with her fingers. Darcy closed his eyes and leant into her hand. "William, just let it go. I see your passion for me as a compliment. I need it. I did not know that before, but now I can see that I need it. I understand that my ways are so different from yours, and I understand that I am asking too much, but can you let me truly be when we are alone? Can you put aside all your previous notions of propriety and gentleman behaviour? Can you do that for me?"

Suddenly, everything was crystal clear to Darcy. Helping her was his goal now, and for achieving it, he must understand that Lizzy saw the world in a different light. He could do what she was asking from him; he wanted to. Darcy now realised how blessed he was, not only would he be able to be by her side while she changed his own world but he would also have her the way he dreamt about every night. "Yes, I can do it. I want to do it! I will need your guidance and patience, but I will do it." He gave her neck several kisses.

Lizzy held him tight and kissed his forehead, "Thank you, William." Everything is going to be fine, she reassured herself.

The couple was properly dressed again, and Lizzy was cooking dinner since they both were famished from the afternoon excursions.

Darcy was sitting at the kitchen's table, admiring her figure. He then decided it was time to stop lusting after her and share his concerns about Pemberley. "Lizzy?"

"Yes . . ." She turned to face him.

"It has been brought to my notice that things with Pemberley's plantings are not very promising this season."

"Why? What happened?"

"The expected rain did not fall this spring, now my tenants are worried that all their work for the year will be for nothing. I was thinking that you may be able to assist me in this problem."

"Of course, William." Lizzy walked over to him, he looked so concerned and she just wished to ease his mind. "I think all you need is a good irrigation plan, but I will let Fass see to it for he will be much more useful in work like that." She caressed his handsome face and kissed him sweetly before going back to her activities.

Darcy let his hand linger over her arm while she distanced herself and squeezed her hand lightly. Why was I being so closed before? This is amazing, she is amazing! And yet I almost hurt her once more. He felt his heart beat faster for that woman standing there, cooking for him! He observed her every move. She was so gracious and warm. Once in awhile, she turned her head to speak to him, and Darcy was graced with her shining eyes and charming smile. If only I could just hold her in my arms forever, nothing would ever again trouble me.

"Here it is," Lizzy said, serving the table.

"It smells delicious, Lizzy," Darcy pulled her to his lap while she placed a plate in front of him "As delicious as you," he whispered in her ear as his hand lingered on her body.

Lizzy felt a wave of desire take over her. She placed her hand on the nape of his neck and kissed him passionately, moaning into his mouth, taking in his taste.

With one arm encircling her waist, Darcy pulled Lizzy even further on his lap, so she could feel his hardness against her bottom. His free hand cupped her breast, squeezing it firmly. She was a delight to have so close. Darcy loosened the grip on her waist and let his hand travel down her thighs. He soon realised that, although her trousers were quite tempting to look at, they were not practical for what he had in mind at this particular moment.

His struggle with her attire drew Lizzy from her lust induced fog. She laughed and teased "This is not as simple as a skirt or robe, don't you agree, Mr. Darcy?"

Darcy nuzzled her neck smiling "Indeed, they are quite more restraining. But I do enjoy seeing you wearing it."

They stayed there, holding each other, waiting for their bodies to calm down. "I put a lot of effort in this meal. We should eat it before it gets cold." Lizzy slipped from his lap to the chair beside him. "About Pemberley," she suddenly went back to their previous subject, "I think that it would be advisable to go there as soon as possible. This way, we will be able to minimise any damage that may have fallen upon your lands."

He smiled, serving her plate. "I agree, Lizzy. Surely, such course of action would ease my mind." He cast her a sideways, joyful look. "I have the impression that you already have a plan in mind. Would you care to share it with me?"

"Indeed, I do," she stated proudly. "I think we should go to Pemberley first, and then pay our visit to Oxford. But we also need to come get back as soon as possible, for the young Master Bingley's delivery is close, and I need to be here for Emma."

"I will send an express to Tilney then, informing him of our plans."

"You should, yes." Lizzy gasped in surprise, recalling something. "I almost forgot to tell you something!"

"What is it?" Darcy asked puzzled.

"Georgiana visited me. I showed her my cottage and she was so curious, just like yourself, that I thought it would be a good idea to let her see how I work."

"I do not understand what you mean, Lizzy . . ."

"Yes . . ." she took a deep breath "I let her visit my laboratory. You do not know it yet, I will take you there later. She was so enchanted by it, William! You had to see her face, so lit up!"

"It has been very long since the last time I saw Georgiana as you describe," he said sadly.

"And she asked me to teach her science." Lizzy was concerned about his reaction to the ladies' agreement. "I said yes." Before he could say anything, she added, "William, do not be mad, I think this is the way we can make her feel good again. We will do it without letting anyone else know about it─

Darcy raised his finger to her lips to stop her babbling. "Lizzy, it is all right. I am happier than I could possibly express to learn that Georgiana is able to feel joy about something again. I was afraid that she had lost that forever. Do not trouble yourself, I find your arrangement most agreeable." He caressed her cheek and they went back to their meal, both immensely satisfied with the day's event.

~WA~

It was with a heavy heart that Darcy left Lizzy's cottage that night. All he wished for was to fall asleep naked, with that woman in his arms. I will be able to do that in Pemberley.

The Netherfield occupants were very pleased to see Darcy back sooner than expected. He was admitted to the parlour and was greeted by an excited Georgiana.

"Darce, I hope everything went according to your wishes in Town?" Bingley asked while simultaneously attending to his increasing wife. He was a bit concerned with the look on his friend's face.

"Nothing to worry about, Bingley." Darcy took a seat with his sister. "And how are you holding on, Mrs. Bingley?"

"Very well, Mr. Darcy. I guess that I am going to have to get used to all my husband's attention." She smiled at Charles who was arranging cushions to support her legs. She rubbed her belly and sighed, "I am so anxious to meet our child. He could not be born soon enough. He is very animated, you know, and does not stop moving!" She gasped in surprise. "Look, another kick!" Emma took her husband's hand and placed it over the region being assaulted by their offspring.

"This is amazing, Darcy." Charles was beaming. "You must find a wife, and then you will understand!"

Darcy smiled at the lovebirds; it was very rare to see a truly happy marriage. I doubt that I will ever be as lucky as Charles, maybe I will not marry at all. "All in good time, my friend."

Georgiana was restless for she needed to share with Fitzwilliam her decision to take lessons with Lizzy. She could not postpone this conversation, so observing that the Bingleys were very much engaged in their own talk, Georgie decided this was a good moment to speak her mind. "Brother, I wish to ask you something."

"What is it, dear?"

"I wish to learn science with Lizzy." She closed her eyes and swollen hard, "I really want to do it, we will be discreet, I promise─"

Darcy interrupted her sister, "I know about this arrangement between you two, Sister." Do I look so scary that both of them would think that I would not allow this?

"How can you . . . How do you . . ."

He laughed at Georgiana confused expression. "I visited Li . . . Miss Bennet before I came to Netherfield. She explained the situation."

Georgiana breathed a sigh of relief. "Thank you, brother. This is very important to me! Thank you."

"I would do anything to see you smile, Georgiana. Do not thank me." He squeezed her hand with sorrow.

Noticing her brother's change of heart, she quickly added, "I am well, Brother. And now I know that I will be fine. Let's just try to put the past behind us, I need to do so." They held hands for a moment, each one contemplating their own burdens.

Darcy informed the Netherfield occupants that he was leaving for Pemberley on Tuesday, accompanied by Miss Bennet and Fass. He also let the party know that after Derbyshire they would head to Oxford.

Emma was disquieted for she wished Lizzy's presence when the time would come to Master Bingley be born, but Darcy eased her concerns, promising that the doctor would indeed be back for this momentous event.

~WA~

Everything was set and the trio left for Pemberley in Lizzy's car with Fass as the designated driver so the couple could talk, and eventually cuddle, in the backseat.

"Fass, please do not speed very much and pay attention to the other travellers. We do not wish to scare anyone. If someone asks, say this is a new machine developed by the scholars and they will be soon hearing about it." Lizzy instructed her creation, she had not yet travelled so far in this land and did not wish to create a fuss. "If the drone information about the road comes back with a clear path, you may accelerate."

"As you wish, Lizzy." Fass started the car and Lizzy closed some improvised curtains she made to block the windows.

"I did not understand your last statement, Lizzy" Darcy was utterly confused, although he understood the words, they did not make sense together.

Lizzy kissed his cheek and explained, "I have a flying machine, we call it a drone and it looks like a bird, that can look ahead on the road and inform Fass of the conditions, if there are other travellers, their distance from us, if the road is in good condition . . . It has a lot of uses."

"This seems to be a good addition for our land, as is everything you have shown me until now." Darcy placed his arm around her shoulders.

Lizzy leaned on his chest, "It would be, yes, but unfortunately, I do not think that I will be able to recreate such a device. A drone is a very complex technology. Maybe your grandchildren will see them flying around."

If I ever have children of my own, he mused holding her close and kissing her hair.

The journey was very pleasant. The couple had wonderful conversations about many subjects, but especially about Pemberley. Darcy was very proud of his home and the way he described his gardens, the household, his tenants was a delightful change from the preoccupied and taciturn man Lizzy had first met.

They also kissed and touched a lot during their journey. Darcy found out Lizzy was very ticklish and attacked her mercilessly until she was out of breath.

Elizabeth felt like her skin was on fire after just three hours of travel. Her lips were swollen and she was certain that they must be absolutely red. Her dress was mussed and half opened and her hair, that she had the pains to style in an elaborate fashion, was in complete disarray. I was not expecting William to act like this at all, but I rather like it.

Darcy, on the other hand, entered the car with a resolution; he would enjoy every single moment of this journey. And lately for him that meant to kiss and touch the doctor he had come to care so much about. At first, he was worried about Fass. Darcy knew he was not a person, but yet it was very awkward to have him there. The problem was solved when Lizzy closed the improvised curtains. Maybe she also feels uncomfortable. From that moment forward nothing could stop Darcy. He was like a thirsty man in the desert that had found his oasis.

He was trying to free her breast when she manage to say, panting, "Oh my, look at my state! What will your servants think of me?"

Darcy put some distance between them so he could admire her. He smirked, pushed her body to his and whispered seductively in her ear, "They will think nothing. My staff is very loyal and very discreet," his hand finally lowered the top of her dress and was now massaging her, "a good trait you know, as I am sure they will not spread any gossip when I ask for your trunks to be placed in my own bedchamber."

"You could not possibly do it!" Lizzy's protest was muffled by William's mouth. Her mind was again fogged and she could think nothing but taking him right there. I cannot believe that I am considering car sex, I never did it before! She lowered her hand and touched his hardness.

He felt his cock twitch under her ministration, becoming even harder. He raised the hem of her dress and hooked his fingers on her panties and brought them down in an instant. "I do like your world's choice of attire . . ." Darcy kissed her hard, holding her head firmly in place. "Lizzy," he said searching for her eyes, "Lizzy, look at me." She opened her eyes and locked her gaze with his. "I need to take you, I will go mad if I do not."

Lizzy could only nod and straddled him. He freed himself from his now uncomfortable, restraining breeches and adjusted his position to accommodate her better.

Darcy let out a guttural scream when she took his length inside her warmness in one swift movement. She moved up and down, propping her hands on his shoulders and Darcy felt as if he were in heaven. He could not hold himself any longer and spilt into her over and over again, holding her tight to his lap. Immediately, Darcy searched Lizzy's face, worried that he might had not attended to her needs, but was glad to see that she was as satiated as he.

Lizzy climbed off his lap and into his embrace.

He stroked her hair gently and kissed the top of her head. Neither of them felt the need to chat and so they stayed quiet and happy for the rest of the journey.

~WA~

As they drove into the park, Lizzy admired the sights of his lands. "This is a truly remarkable place, William. You are right in being very proud of it." The fields were vast and the spring brought a unique colour to the horizon. Lizzy felt a calmness in her heart that had been long ago forgotten.

"You're too stressed, Lizzy! You need to slow down, take it easy!" Paul was concerned about his friend. Lizzy was immersed in her work and he feared she was making herself sick.

"Of course, I'm stressed!" she snapped. "I can't make this damn thing work properly! What the hell is wrong with this fucking code?!" Lizzy was now almost screaming.

"Please, Lizzy, stop! You're doing fine work, can't you see that? You're better at this than every living soul on this planet!"

"But I need to make it work!" Lizzy shouted and threw the tea cup she was holding at the wall, smashing it into a million pieces. Her eyes grew wider, horrified with her own actions. She crawled to the place where the remains of her cup lay broken on the floor. "I need this, Paul!" she said hopelessly, "Help me."

Paul moved closer to Lizzy and kneeled by her side. He took her hands away from the cutting pieces of what once was a cup her sister had given her that would be her last gift. "Lizzy, please . . ." He held her tight and let Lizzy cry all the tears she had been holding back for so long.

The recollection of long repressed memories made Lizzy's eyes watery, worrying Darcy a little. "What is it, Lizzy? What is making you feel sad?"

"Do not worry, William, it was just something from back home." She leaned to nuzzle his neck and enjoy his scent. "It is really a lovely home."

Soon after the couple were welcomed by Pemberley's staff. Lizzy met the enchanting housekeeper, Mrs. Reynolds. She was so fond of William and seemed genuinely happy to make Lizzy's acquaintance.

Darcy, of course, did not keep his word that her belongings would be placed in his bedchamber. But he did, eventually, kidnap her to his own room later that night.

~WA~

A/N

Well, here we are at the middle of this tale!

Of course,we knew Darcy's resolve would not last very long . . . If you have something to say, just shout it out!

Thank you all for reading! I love you all. 3