Mary Bennet : Pride and Prejudice

9.

"Do you think there is hope for us?" Kitty asked hesitantly.

"Hope for what?" Mary replied confused.

"To find a noble man, of course."

"That's a tricky question. If you observe our circumstances, then no. But since we are partially related to Mr Darcy and Mr Bingley, there is the slightest possibility." Mary analysed.

"So you think mamma's plan will work?"

"No," Mary replied casually.

"But you just said there is a possibility!"

"Yes, there is certainly a possibility but I do not want to marry a man solely for his title and you are too young to seduce one. So No!" Mary explained.

"I might be young, but I am smart and pretty!" Kitty countered. "Some noble lord might just fall for my beauty," she said dreamingly.

"Pedophile!"

"What?"

"Do not fool yourself Kitty. No Lord is going to just fall for someone for their beauty or even their wit. They consider other factors too, like their breed, education, wealth, connection. It isn't a tale to just happened."

"Oh! You are so pessimistic Marry. If you don't believe it will happen, then it won't!"

"I do believe it wouldn't happen," Mary asserted.

"Then it won't!" Kitty screamed.

"Why are you shouting!"

"Because you are ruining all the fun!" Kitty sad as she ran towards the house.

With their summers decided, both Mary and Kitty looked forward to being away from their families for a bit. Both for different reasons, Kitty was happy to play along with her mothers scheme and find a Lord, whereas Mary wanted to just focus on her books and piano for the summer and meet as less people as possible. To achieve Mary's perfect summer, Pemberley was perfect. It was not located in the main city and was a calm and peaceful place to reside away from the hassle and bustle.

"Oh look they finally arrived!" Mr Bennet said as the girls entered.

"Mr Wright!" Mary greeted surprised.

"How are you doing Mr Wright?" Kitty greeted.

"I am very well, thank you," He replied.

"Mr Wright has come here to borrow some books," Mr Bennet informed. "Mary why don't you help him out," He suggested.

"Even I can help papa!" Kitty offered enthusiastically.

"Too many cooks spoil the broth Kitty. Why don't you help your mother out," he said as Kitty walked away defeated.

Mary knew that this was not a coincidence. Her family, especially her papa had started to like Mr Wright, and with their friendship so obvious, everyone wanted there to be something more. But Mary was not going to let this affect her. She had never experienced a male friendships and was happy to stay friends with Mr Wright. But again, she had also not experienced love.

"What sort of books are you looking for?" Mary asked.

"Literature."

"For a lawyer?" She asked.

"For my pleasure," he said with a smile.

"Doesn't uncle's library contain books you would like?"

"Your father has better books for enjoyment and besides you have already showcased his collection."