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With such kind of histories of their parties and good jokes did

Lydia, assisted by Kitty's hints and additions, endeavour to

amuse her companions all the way to Longbourn. Elizabeth listened

as little as she could, but there was no escaping the frequent

mention of Wickham's name.

Their reception at home was most kind. Mrs. Bennet rejoiced to

see Jane in undiminished beauty; and more than once during dinner

did Mr. Bennet say voluntarily to Elizabeth,----

"I am glad you are come back, Lizzy."