The Longbourn dinner and the coffee cup

1 Elizabeth walks alone outside Longbourn, seeking relief from Darcy’s baffling reserve.

2 On the gravel walk, Elizabeth playfully warns Jane her composure may win Bingley again

3 Bingley sits beside Jane, his half-smile checked by a questioning glance toward Darcy.

4 Elizabeth gazes toward the entrance as her hope hardens into a private condition

5 Darcy returns his coffee cup himself, bringing a brief opportunity for conversation.

6 Darcy walks away as the young lady whispers again to Elizabeth.

7 Darcy holds his whist cards still while his eyes turn toward Elizabeth’s side of the room.

8 Jane speaks warmly of the company she hopes to meet again.

9 Elizabeth’s teasing smile softens as she begins her answer to Jane.