A/N- I guess Jane and Elizabeth can be thought of as way too young to receive callers, but think of it this way. Technically, all of our main characters are children, and besides, Mrs Bennet was supposed to stay in the room to supervise them, none of them are out yet. As for Mr Dashwood hinting at Charles to find a wife, we all know that Bingley always had a tendency to fall in love too easily. Keep reviewing!

While their parents were arguing fiercely, Jane and Lizzie were having a interesting time. Jane and Charles looked as though they were rather uncomfortable with the absence of a guardian, but Elizabeth and William did not appear to mind much and were talking agreeably.

'Do like reading, Ms Elizabeth', asked William, attempting to be friendly.

'I do Mr Darcy', replied Elizabeth, looking animated.

'Indeed?'

Mr Darcy could not hide his surprise.

'You seem surprised, sir.'

'It is not often that I meet a girl interested in reading, Ms Elizabeth, and you do not appear to be the sort of person to like serious texts at all. What works interest you?'

'You seem to think that I am deceiving you in order to impress you, sir!'

'I must confess I have seen girls do that before.'

'I am not the sort of girl prone to deception, Mr Darcy!'

Elizabeth seemed to have trouble holding her temper.

'Are you not? I must say I'm very glad to see that Ms Elizabeth. I apologize for being so blunt.'

Looking at her sister, Mr Darcy sought to appease her anger and said,'Your sister is uncommonly pretty, Ms Elizabeth. Bingley looks like he can hardly take his eyes off her.'

'And do you not find her lovely?'

'She is indeed beautiful, and very sociable too.'

'You seem to say she is sociable as an insult.'

'You misunderstand me. She is very agreeable, and that is a desirable trait in a woman, but I for myself am not too fond of being agreed with at all times. Someone having their own opinions would be refreshing.'

'So you dislike Jane's company?'

'Not at all, I merely don't enjoy it. You are far more interesting to talk to.'

Elizabeth blushed at the unexpected compliment. This was not what she expected!

William stared at her. She looked every bit as pretty as her sister when she was not misinterpreting him.

'Thank you sir. I myself agree with you, but Mama would disapprove.'

'Not many adults approve of our behavior, but I am glad to find someone like minded.'

'Me too'

They looked at each other for a moment and then Elizabeth started giggling. William looked amused too, and soon both of them were laughing.

Jane and Bingley, who had been immersed in conversation until then, looked mildly amused.

'I would not have expected you to be so friendly with a girl Darcy!'

'Ms Elizabeth is an extraordinary girl Bingley.'

'You must have engaged him in a conversation about books or music, Ms Elizabeth, for that is all Darcy is interested in.'

'Indeed?'

Elizabeth looked surprised.

'Talk of my family is another topic I am passionate about, Ms Elizabeth, but I would only discuss that with the most intimate friends.'

'Families are always fascinating, sir.'

'I am looking forward to further discussions with you, then.'

'By Jove! Ms Elizabeth, you must have worked witchcraft on Darcy!'

'She is far more likely to have teased him, Mr Bingley. My sister is exceptionally lively.'

'Darcy does not like being teased, except by his sister.'

'I don't mind Ms Elizabeth's teasing. She has an opinion of her own unlike most girls, and I find this admirable.'

'My sister is not empty headed, sir.'

'I never said that!'

'We must leave now, I look forward to seeing you again', said Mr Bingley hurriedly.

'So do we', replied Jane.

The gentlemen departed and only a moment later, Mrs Bennet entered the room.

'Where are the gentlemen? Are they gone?'

'Yes Mama', replied Jane.

'You didn't scare them away, did you, Lizzie?'

'Oh no Mama! Mr Darcy was fascinated with her.'

'Indeed?' asked Mrs Bennet sourly.

'Mr Bingley was quite smitten by Jane.'

'They will prove to be valuable acquaintance. Make sure you stay in Mr Darcy's favor, Lizzy. None of your usual obstinacy will do!'

'Mr Darcy says he liked girls having an opinion, Mama', giggled Jane.

'Hmphh'

She was thinking that maybe Mr Bingley would suit her Jane better. If Lizzy could befriend Mr Darcy, so much the better.

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