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1 " confines of the alley and could pace to his heart’s content. “You must leave here, Bingley. I will take responsibility for Jane’s circumstances. I have already taken steps to increase her comfort and that of her family. Your presence can do nothing but endanger her. I hope no one here has recognized you.” “I—” Bingley cleared his throat. “Mrs. Long greeted me when I arrived.” He turned a beseeching look on Darcy, as if asking for forgiveness. Darcy swore under his breath. “So it will be all over Meryton by tomorrow.” Tomorrow, when he wanted to think of nothing but his wedding. Perhaps that was the solution. “We will have to minimize the damage. We can tell people you are here to stand up with me tomorrow. You will have to spend the night here.” “Will Jane be at the wedding?” “Naturally, but I expect you to keep your distance. You owe her that much.” “I would do anything for her.” “Then do not jeopardize her reputation any further!” Bingley nodded slowly. “You have my word. "
― Abigail Reynolds , Mr. Darcy's Obsession: A Pride and Prejudice Variation