( after the previous night, he is satisfied to let mr hickinbottom wheedle and shift direction as a worm through soil. indeed, he is satisfied enough to let miss bennet act as the unfortunate beneficiary of the man's fulsome accolades. as a friend, atticus would privately express concern about the man's behaviour and hint that all seek camaraderie elsewhere. but he had caught himself, as one does before they plunge down a steep embankment, and is wiser of obstacles that can harm. it is of no concern to him now. if mr gardiner is inclined to tolerate a snake in his garden, then atticus shan't contradict him. it is none of his concern.
and yet, content is too favourable a word to describe the emotions agitating within his head like a carriage across a rough road. atticus cannot help but listen to mr hickinbottom's attempts to ingratiate himself into miss bennet's good favour and immediately discern the meaning beneath it. he is shameless of indecorousness, yet vigilant enough to appear polite. if mr gardiner is unconcerned about the gentleman, it could lend credence to his behaviour. for those of good conscience, like atticus, it is necessary to bring any further attempts to a standstill before another certain event takes place. the bennet family does not need another daughter saddled with a worthless man.
and so, when mr hickinbottom speaks to and looks at miss bennet, atticus is of two minds — it is none yet entirely of his concern. perhaps however, it is not who mr hickinbottom speaks to and looks at, but the manner of his speaking and looking that ignites a dislike in atticus. his expression is perfectly schooled to hide his flaring irritation as he asks mr hickinbottom, ) It would seem, sir, that you command a far-reaching perspective. May I ask whether this sense is intrinsic or the result of immense effort?
( mr hickinbottom blinks, the prick of offence at his brain and a surge of vanity in his heart. nothing in mr cartwright's countenance suggests he spoke with contempt, but at the slight pinch of his brows, mr hickinbottom suffers the impression that the man sees him as nothing more than a bug beneath his shoe. taking a sip of his tea to gather his thoughts, he responds, "it is all by the grace of god, but i am of the mind that everything of merit should be gained by immense effort.")
I imagine that is advantageous for those in trade. Particularly nowadays. ( despite napoleon's decree forbidding all imports from great britain into france and its allies, extensive smuggling through spain and russia made it ineffective. an act designed to doom great britain's economy has instead doomed france and spurred the royal navy to seek replacement trade in north and south america. if their home is any indication, the act did not affect the gardiners. ) Is that so, Mr Gardiner? ( atticus lifts his cup to his lips, glancing at the gentleman as he drinks.
mr gardiner agrees that it is so and then asks if he is in the business himself. trade is a respectable profession that provides a comfortable living. good when times are good, and still good when it's not, provided one practised prudence. he wishes for all his nieces to live comfortably. )
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and yet, content is too favourable a word to describe the emotions agitating within his head like a carriage across a rough road. atticus cannot help but listen to mr hickinbottom's attempts to ingratiate himself into miss bennet's good favour and immediately discern the meaning beneath it. he is shameless of indecorousness, yet vigilant enough to appear polite. if mr gardiner is unconcerned about the gentleman, it could lend credence to his behaviour. for those of good conscience, like atticus, it is necessary to bring any further attempts to a standstill before another certain event takes place. the bennet family does not need another daughter saddled with a worthless man.
and so, when mr hickinbottom speaks to and looks at miss bennet, atticus is of two minds — it is none yet entirely of his concern. perhaps however, it is not who mr hickinbottom speaks to and looks at, but the manner of his speaking and looking that ignites a dislike in atticus. his expression is perfectly schooled to hide his flaring irritation as he asks mr hickinbottom, ) It would seem, sir, that you command a far-reaching perspective. May I ask whether this sense is intrinsic or the result of immense effort?
( mr hickinbottom blinks, the prick of offence at his brain and a surge of vanity in his heart. nothing in mr cartwright's countenance suggests he spoke with contempt, but at the slight pinch of his brows, mr hickinbottom suffers the impression that the man sees him as nothing more than a bug beneath his shoe. taking a sip of his tea to gather his thoughts, he responds, "it is all by the grace of god, but i am of the mind that everything of merit should be gained by immense effort.")
I imagine that is advantageous for those in trade. Particularly nowadays. ( despite napoleon's decree forbidding all imports from great britain into france and its allies, extensive smuggling through spain and russia made it ineffective. an act designed to doom great britain's economy has instead doomed france and spurred the royal navy to seek replacement trade in north and south america. if their home is any indication, the act did not affect the gardiners. ) Is that so, Mr Gardiner? ( atticus lifts his cup to his lips, glancing at the gentleman as he drinks.
mr gardiner agrees that it is so and then asks if he is in the business himself. trade is a respectable profession that provides a comfortable living. good when times are good, and still good when it's not, provided one practised prudence. he wishes for all his nieces to live comfortably. )
No, sir. My stamina is elsewhere.