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"Yes, that is what makes it amusing. Had they fixed on any other

man it would have been nothing; but his perfect indifference and

your pointed dislike make it so delightfully absurd! Much as I

abominate writing, I would not give up Mr. Collins's

correspondence for any consideration. Nay, when I read a letter

of his, I cannot help giving him the preference even over

Wickham, much as I value the impudence and hypocrisy of my

son-in-law. And pray, Lizzy, what said Lady Catherine about this

report? Did she call to refuse her consent?"