We now come to the point. Your mother insists upon your accepting him. Is it not so, Mrs. Bennet?

Mrs. Bennet.

Yes, or I will never see her again!

Mr. Bennet.

An unhappy alternative is before you, Elizabeth. From this day, you must be a stranger to one of your parents. Your mother will never see you again, if you do not marry Mr. Collins; and I will never see you again if you do.

ACT II