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"There is also one other person in the party," he continued after

a pause, "who more particularly wishes to be known to you. Will

you allow me, or do I ask too much, to introduce my sister to

your acquaintance during your stay at Lambton?"

The surprise of such an application was great indeed; it was too

great for her to know in what manner she acceded to it. She

immediately felt that whatever desire Miss Darcy might have of

being acquainted with her, must be the work of her brother, and

without looking farther, it was satisfactory; it was gratifying

to know that his resentment had not made him think really ill of

her.

They now walked on in silence; each of them deep in thought.

Elizabeth was not comfortable; that was impossible; but she was

flattered and pleased. His wish of introducing his sister to her

was a compliment of the highest kind. They soon outstripped the

others; and when they had reached the carriage, Mr. and Mrs.

Gardiner were half a quarter of a mile behind.