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If I were not afraid of judging harshly, I should be almost

tempted to say, that there is a strong appearance of duplicity in

all this. I will endeavour to banish every painful thought, and

think only of what will make me happy, your affection, and the

invariable kindness of my dear uncle and aunt. Let me hear from

you very soon. Miss Bingley said something of his never returning

to Netherfield again, of giving up the house, but not with any

certainty. We had better not mention it. I am extremely glad that

you have such pleasant accounts from our friends at Hunsford.

Pray go to see them, with Sir William and Maria. I am sure you

will be very comfortable there.

"Yours, etc."