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curves of her body to linger beside his muscular frame. The truth she offered held levels of pain for her, and he tried to be sensitive to her needs. He stroked Elizabeth’s hair, realizing the depth of her “confession.” Elizabeth needed him for himself, and she needed him above all others in her life. “I can remember nothing before there was you in my life, Elizabeth.” He whispered the words close to her ear.“Sometimes life brings two people such as you and I together. How do we explain to others we need only each other to experience happiness? When you accepted my love, we became joined as few are. It does not make you a poor daughter; it makes you my joy and my delight.”
    Elizabeth asked tentatively, “Do you miss the company of your gentlemen friends such as Mr. Bingley?”
    â€œI found Bingley’s company today a pleasant way to spend my time until I could return to your arms. I need only you in my life. I teased about having no future guests in my house, but there was truth in my words.You consume me and fill me, Elizabeth.” Darcy took the kiss this time to a deeper, more passionate level as if he had to possess her.

    Darcy found Georgiana at the pianoforte in the music room. “Fitzwilliam,” she spoke in surprise upon seeing him enter the room.“Is there something the matter, Sir?”
    â€œI was concerned for your well-being,” he began,“as is your sister Elizabeth.”
    Georgiana blushed with his attention. “I am fine, Sir, I assure you.”
    â€œI wish you peace and contentment, the kind I found with Elizabeth.” Darcy took his sister’s hand.
    â€œI understand your caution, Fitzwilliam; I am not disappointed, nor am I angry about your choice on my behalf.” Georgiana touched his cheek tenderly. “If anything,” she continued,“I am more confused about what I should or should not be feeling.”
    â€œElizabeth and I only desire your future happiness. We asked Mr. Harrison to wait because we want to give you time to know yourself better.As a young woman, many changes will occur in the next year. At least, that is what Elizabeth says happened with her and her sisters. We simply wish to make that transition easier for you. Elizabeth assures me this is what is best for you at this time.”
    â€œI am thankful to have Elizabeth with us,” Georgiana looked at him closely. “I never knew how much I needed her type of love in my life.”
    Darcy chuckled lightly.“That is a sentiment I easily share.”
    â€œYou really chose well, Fitzwilliam.” Georgiana returned his steady stare.“When the time comes, I hope to be as wise.”
    â€œSpeaking of my lovely wife,” he cleared his throat,“Elizabeth made another suggestion of which we both hope you will agree.”
    â€œYou have my attention.” Georgiana shifted a bit uncomfortably.
    â€œIt is nothing of which to be concerned.” Darcy noted her shift. “As you know, I have a plan for Pemberley’s future, one
which involves Elizabeth as an active partner in running the estate. The times change, and I must learn to change with them. Elizabeth agreed to become familiar with the management of the estate and our other properties. Even in London, she studied the books and the finances on the Darcy holdings.”
    â€œI knew you offered some liberty in this matter, but I never realized you involved Elizabeth to this extent.”
    â€œMany of my gentlemen friends would be shocked if they knew of my doing so, but I care not. I will do what is necessary to keep Pemberley a viable part of this community. It is my duty to our parents to maintain Pemberley in its glory. Elizabeth knows my desire for the estate. I, as you also know, gave Elizabeth a jointure; if something happens to me, she will continue on with my vision.”
    â€œFitzwilliam!” Georgiana gasped. “I am amazed you chose to trust