Kate stood transfixed as she gazed into the mirror. She was getting married today, and she looked exactly as she felt: beautiful and loved. Much to her delight, she found herself alone. Her Aunt Marianne had managed to run everyone from the room, sending her sisters and friend to see to some last minute details, and suggesting her mother should looking in on little Bennet, as Darcy, Bingley, and Richard had taken to calling him. As much as she wanted this she knew this was going to be a big change. Richard had taken her by surprise. She hadn't planned on falling for anyone at her age, but it had happened, and she did not regret it. Not all plans should play out as they were supposed to.

She was excited over Lizzy's news, for she knew her sister would make an excellent mother. When they had approached then upon her return to Longbourn, she had wanted to berate her sister for ever thinking she should not share such news. Kate didn't care what was going on in her life, she wanted to know any news, good or bad, that was going to make a large impact in the lives of her loved ones. She couldn't wait to be an aunt. Richard was excited that he would be the child's uncle. He and his brother had always viewed Darcy as more like another brother than a cousin, and it pleased him greatly that he would be able to rub the fact that he would be the babe's actual uncle in his older brother's face! Kate and Lizzy had rolled their eyes while Darcy beamed at his cousin.

She had also been happy for their friend Charlotte. She knew the young woman had many worries, and to see that she would be happily settled with Mr. Williams and his daughter made her heart sing. They were to marry in another few weeks' time. Her sister, Mariah, was especially excited, as her soon-to-be brother had promised her a Season in Town. At least, once he thought her old enough. It would not be the upcoming Season.

Kate walked over to the window and gazed out. She saw that her guests were arriving. There was not much time left before the service. After the wedding breakfast, she and Richard were going to Carter House for a few days before moving on. She spent the rest of the time she had on her own settling her nerves. It would not be much longer.

Soon, her mother, aunts, and sisters rejoined her. Along with her father, they walked her to the church, before leaving her to take their seats. Only her father and Georgiana were left. Mr. Bennet looked a bit teary eyed. This was the second time he was doing this this year, and the third daughter. He had never thought it would be this hard, but it was. Finally, the time came and he handed her over to her beloved.

Kate would never be able to recall much of her wedding, but she would always be able to recall Richard looking splendid in his wedding clothes. She would recall his smile as she walked towards him. She would recall feeling his presence next to her for the service, and she would remember looking into his eyes as they said their vows. She couldn't tell you what they served at her wedding breakfast either. Before she knew it, they were off to London. Once the carriage pulled away from the house, Richard closed the curtains and pulled her into his lap.

"Richard!"

"What? Have you any idea how often I have wanted to do this?"

"I can only imagine. It is highly improper."

"Ah, but it is only improper if you get caught. I do not believe we have to worry about offending anybody's sensibilities here."

"I suppose not. So, Mr. Fitzwilliam, what shall we do to pass the time? It is a long trip to London."

"Well, Mrs. Fitzwilliam, I can think of a few things," he said as he wiggled his brows.

"Say it again."

"What?" he asked, before catching on. "Mrs. Fitzwilliam. Sounds nice, doesn't it?"

"Very. Now, what was it you had in mind?"

"Did you see how he looked at her? I want that," said Lydia.

"You've said that before," said Georgiana.

"Well, I stand by it. I'll not settle for a man who is not utterly and completely devoted to me."

"I'll remember that. So, how long do you think it will be before Mary notices that Dr. Anderson adores her?"

"I think she knows on some level, but she can't seem to let go of the idea that she is the least attractive sister. She cannot see how he would like her when there are other, more attractive people."

"How do you know that?"

"I read it in her journal."

"Lydia!"

"What? I knew she was hiding something, and I needed to know what is was. That's why she has taken to doing so much for our tenants. Since she doesn't see herself as one of the pretty sisters, she has decided her actions will make her more appealing. I think it is perfect. He's a doctor and she enjoys helping others. They complement each other very well."

"That they do."

"Who does what?" asked Lizzy.

"We believe that Mary and Dr. Anderson complement each other very well."

"Jane and I agree. We were talking about them last eve. I believe she may be next."

"I believe so. Do you and my brother still plan to travel to Pemberly after Miss Lucas' wedding?"

"Yes. You are still more than welcome to join us."

"No, but I thank you. I believe you both need some time alone in your home, especially before my niece or nephew arrives. Besides, Dylan looks wonderful in the fall. I shall also enjoy showing Lydia the delights of Bath."

"Yes, it will be great fun."

"So, only Jane and Bingley are remaining here, as is Mary. I suppose Papa is right, we are all abandoning them," she said with a laugh.

"We shall see them at Christmas though, right?"

"No. Mama does not wish to travel with Bennet just yet. She, Papa, and Bennet shall be spending Christmas here. Charles and I shall bring Mary with us," said Jane, joining them.

"I bet Aunt Marianne is happy about that."

"A bit, but it shall still be a full house. Lord and Lady Matlock shall be there, as will their eldest and his family, Miss De Bourg, Caroline and the Hurst's, though they are renting a house in Bath. Caroline has decided to have a Season there. She appears to have an entirely new outlook. Georgiana, you must tell us how you and Kate managed that."

"Genuine friendship? I can't say for certain, but I am almost positive it's because she is on good terms with my aunt. She will not want to damage that idea in the minds of anyone. My aunt has quite a bit of influence after all."

"Well, that should calm William a bit. He hasn't known how to act without her throwing herself at him. I keep telling him that she has merely changed focus will assure him that she isn't up to anything nefarious." This brought out a round of laughter.

"I always miss out," lamented Mary. She had finally made her way over to her sisters.

"But you were so agreeably engaged, we couldn't bring ourselves to call you over. How is the good doctor?" asked Lizzy.

"He is well, I suppose," she said with a blush. "He was asking me about what I thought of Dr. George Thomson's article on patient care. He is quite revolutionary. He believes that all people shall one day come to hospitals for treatment instead of relying on country doctors and their old remedies. He says now is the time to begin improving patient care so that it might attract attention…"

"I am glad that Dr. Anderson cares to know your opinions on matters in his field. It shows a strength of character that is not often seen in our male counterparts," said Jane.

"Yes. It is nice that he cares about the opinions of others," Mary said softly. "Now, what were you discussing as I came over?"

They laughed and talked for the next hour, until Bingley and Darcy came to claim their wives.

Oh my gosh! I only have one chapter left planned for this! I am excited and sad that I am about to finish a story. Just a reminder: I will post the first chapter of Mary's story when I post the last for this one, so it should be easy to find, or I suppose you could just go to my profile to find it. Now, I ask for your opinions; I have a few ideas for whole new stories with these characters. They are more what if's. One starts with Jane, but it will focus on all the sisters, kind of like this one did. Anyways, I sometimes get a bit miffed with Bingley for not manning up and allowing his sisters and friend to convince him to leave. I have heard the arguments, but it still makes me mad. If he loved her, he should have fought for her. So, what if Jane, convinced that Bingley does not care for her, met someone else while she was in Town? As Lizzy once said, it is up to her as the oldest and prettiest to raise their chances. What good sister would turn down a chance to better the lives of her family? There will be angst, but it will end happy. Another is a couple swap. I was watching the 2005 movie the other day and paused it for a minute. When I glanced at the screen, I saw Darcy and Jane standing close to one another. I feel I must do it. And, another Kitty one, but this is after the initial story. Jane Austen said she married a clergyman. Let me know what you think. The plot bunnies are hoping all over the place.