[To Elizabeth very gently.] Shall I call the maid, Miss Bennet? A glass of wine? Shall I get it for you? You are very ill.

Elizabeth.

[Hardly able to speak.] No, I thank you: there is nothing the matter with me. I am quite well. I am only distressed by some dreadful news which I have just received from Longbourn. [She bursts into tears.]

Darcy.

[Helplessly.] I am sorry, very indeed!

Elizabeth.

[After a short silence.] I have just had a letter from Jane with such dreadful news! It cannot be concealed from anyone.

Darcy.

I am grieved, Miss Bennet. Grieved indeed!

Elizabeth.