Once she'd descended gracefully from the carriage, Lizzy looked at the man at the top of the stairs, who was slowly descending, coming towards them.
There's something familiar about the way he walks she thought as he reached to bottom of the stairs. Out of nowhere, she suddenly realized who he was. It was her husband. Almost not daring to believe her eyes, she took two hesitant steps towards him. Then, realizing that this was really and truly happening to her, Lizzy broke out into an ecstatic run.
Forgetting his position and overcome with happiness at seeing his wife again, Darcy broke into a run at almost the same moment Lizzy did.
Rushing into each other's arms, the Darcy's reunion was a tearfully joyous one.
"Oh, Darcy! I've missed you so!" Lizzy said, her voice muffled by his coat, so quiet only he could hear it.
"Lizzy, Lizzy, my dearest, darling Lizzy!" Darcy said, kissing the top of her head as they held each other close.
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FanfictionThis started as a dream I had while reading Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. If you haven't read it, I highly recommend it. It is an amazing book. I'm not sure if I like the title or not, but it does work for what happens later in the story. If y...
