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“Elizabeth, though he had watched a look of loathing briefly cross her face as his father walked away. Trust me, he thought. I know how you feel.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Unwanted Bride: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“If they are married, steps must be taken to remove Elizabeth Bennet from this world. I will not give up my place as mistress of Pemberley to a low-born fortune hunter!”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Secret Marriage: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“When he had his thoughts gathered together, he lifted his eyes, catching the speculative look in hers as she allowed them to wander down what she could see of his form. I shall have to bathe after this, he thought.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Unwanted Bride: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“I will tell you right now, I will not have it. I expect proof of consummation to be presented to me before I retire for the night. We will eat together in the dining room first.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Unwanted Bride: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“She definitely needs to die now. Fitzwilliam will have a year or two of mourning, but then I will present the best of the heiresses that year, and he will have to select one.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Secret Marriage: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“I feared I would never see you again,” he whispered. “I looked everywhere,”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Secret Marriage: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“I cannot live without her.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Secret Marriage: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“Darcy and Elizabeth enjoyed their small repast, sharing the events of their time apart, interspersed with kisses. Eventually, they locked themselves inside the folly for a period of more carnal pleasures.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Secret Marriage: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“The pain the mere thought of that caused was intense.”
― Zoe Burton, Forced to Wed: A Pair of Pride & Prejudice Novel Variations

“I had not intended to be gone so long, but the sights here are just so beautiful that I got caught up in them.” She blushed as she thought of some of the sights she had seen.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Secret Marriage: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“Normally, I would laugh at folly such as what you and Lizzy have done and send you on your way with a strongly worded reprimand and that would be that. However, after that kiss, I am afraid that I must insist that you marry her.”
― Zoe Burton, Mr. Darcy's Impulsive Moment: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“Mind you do nothing to embarrass me while I am out of your presence, or it will not go easy for you.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Unwanted Bride: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“I was referring to your blatant attempts at making yourself the focus of Mr. Darcy’s attentions last night.” Collins set his utensil-filled hands down beside his plate as he spoke. “It is unseemly at the least, and probably highly offensive to Lady Catherine. I have no doubt that she will call me to Rosings and have something to say about it.” “Then she will be as batty as you.” Elizabeth was incensed, and it came out in her angry choice of words.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Secret Marriage: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“I did not wish to go.” Darcy’s voice was soft,”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Secret Marriage: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“Your father promised me a permanent position and a place in your bed.” Her scowl disappeared as Miss Robinson again drew her eyes down Darcy’s body. “With that chit indisposed, you will need someone to warm you at night.” Her eyes drew upwards to stare at Darcy. “A man like you has needs. I know this.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Unwanted Bride: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“We must grab hold of life, of happiness, with both hands, because it could be gone tomorrow.”
― Zoe Burton, Mr. Darcy, My Hero: Pride & Prejudice Variations

“Jealousy roared through him at the thought of someone else touching his Elizabeth.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Secret Marriage: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“turned his smile towards Elizabeth. “Indeed! I am quite delighted, Mrs Darcy. You must allow me to congratulate you. Such a shame that you married such a boring gentleman. I’m sure you will soon be in need of some livelier companionship; I assure you I will always be available should you need a…diversion.” Wickham raked his eyes up and down her form, that same lecherous grin on his lips,”
― Zoe Burton, I Promise To...

“You defy me, then? You refuse to listen to reason? I see now where your trollop of a daughter learned her arts. You will regret this, Mr. Bennet, and so will all your family!”
― Zoe Burton, Lilacs & Lavender: A Pride & Prejudice Novella Variation

“ride to Hertfordshire and find you,” he added, looking at Elizabeth, “but was unable.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Secret Marriage: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“You surely knew the name of her father’s estate, and yet, you did not search for her.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Secret Marriage: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation

“moreso.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Uneasy Betrothal: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

“Elizabeth is in charge here, not you or me. When she tells me it is time, we will wed and not a moment before.”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Uneasy Betrothal: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

“inside out and outside right,”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Uneasy Betrothal: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

“I know he cares about me, but how can he love me and always be off to town?”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Uneasy Betrothal: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

“I have looked for Elizabeth everywhere”
― Zoe Burton, Darcy's Secret Marriage: A Pride & Prejudice Novel Variation