Well, Margaret. There was a time I suspected everyone (excluding Elizabeth and Darcy of course), even poor Maria.
By now, Belen must be really tired with all my musings
But I can't help it. I love this story

Hey, I just wanted to let you know that I've read your story, and it's great...I can't wait to read what happens next! I'm on the edge of my seat! It's so cute the way that Darcy acts towards Lizzy!

Please Post Soon Belen. So curious to find out whodunnit, since you've all but said it wasn't Collins. Looking forward to more wonderful writing.
Amy Z

Belen,

I am completely caught up on your wonderful story! "Wonderful" really isn't a strong enough word to describe how much I am enjoying every word written, but it's a start.

Your story draws me in, and because of your excellent story telling ability, I feel like I'm right there in the thick of the action.

I hope that you are able to continue soon. These characters feel so real, I can't hardly wait to see how the mystery unfolds!!!

Thank you, thank you!

Dawn R

Belen,

I know you were out, I know you are busy, and I hate to nag. Just letting you know that we miss you

After the Storm let them have some Sunrise


Basia

chapter 15 is up, my dears. Let yourself get carried away in this amazing story. Enjoy!

I'm so happy for Darcy and Lizzy! Finally some happy news! I like it that Lizzy would prefer Darcy to propose out of his love for her, not on society's expectations and obligations, which he did :)

Yet the plot still thickens, we still do not know who is the real murderer!

Wonderful, isn't it?

Yep, who did it is still the question. I'm pretty sure I know, but I won't tell.

Thank you for bringing D & E together so swiftly. I agree, however, that we still have a murderer at large. Please post another chapter soon. This has been a very enjoyable story. Cindy

I am going to agree with Renee, I too think there is a killer still on the loose or maybe two. Yes a conspiracy of sorts.

So happy to see that Darcy and Elizabeth are together and between the two of them they will put the facts they have learned from different witnesses together and come to a final conclusion.

Wonderful writing.

Thank you
MO

Belen,

Wonderful story! You evoke such passion in your characters and readers. I'm glad that Lizzy and Darcy have confessed their love for each other because I feel the angst is not over for them, yet. Col. Fitzwilliam is just too smarmy for my liking. And Anne, well Anne never seemed to be the most stable being on the planet. I just hope you have mercy on Charlotte.

Please post soon!


MAB

I'm pretty sure I know, but I won't tell
Oh, come on Renee. We won't repeat to anyone

Dear Belen,

Thank you for another great chapter.

I’m enjoying this story so much it is truly hard to express.

The beach proposal was very romantic –I can agree with the Colonel on this one. Especially after these little doubts in Lizzy’s head. The shyness and embarrassment of what to say when you have so many things to confess to each other, but you simply don’t know how to start, and you’re not sure how it is going to be welcome be the other – beautifully written.

You say the Colonel and Anne already, eee…, have consumed their relationship? It was before or after Lady Catherine death? Did Anne find out she’s pregnant and that was the main reason to permanently get rid of Lady C?

Even simple descriptions of the weather or how the island is built are so extremely engaging.

Basia

"I hope you come back, Richard," he muttered to himself. "If not, I swear I'll chase you around the world and make you pay for this."

Could it be that Darcy suspected Ann is pregnant with the Colonel?

But what about poor Mrs. Jenkinson? Was she really murdered or was is it only a fatal accident?
Is it possible that she wanted to meet Mr. Collins to tell him, for some reason, about this pregnancy (as Ann's companion she could know what's going on)?
No, it doesn't make any sense. After Lady C death they knew they can marry, and I don't think Mrs. Jenkinson had any motive to revael Ann's secret (of course if Ann was pregnant already, which is for now only my presumption).


Belen, Belen - you're my idol.

I just got finished the last two chapters and I got goose bumps on my arm when I read "You must not allow tears to deceive you and courage should not confuse you. It will take time but the truth will come to you." Anne has cried. Charlotte has cried. Who is next...Maria Lucas? I don't know who to trust.

I loved the romantic beach proposal. I don't know why but I thought she was going to refuse him.

Even though the fire and murders are finished, I think there is something else lurking out there in the coming chapters. Keep up the excellent work, Belen!

One more little thing.
I loved the way you re-used original words of Darcy's infamous first proposal.
And just like Lucy, when I read Lizzy's words I am sorry, sir, that I have put you through such misery. It was most unconsciously done I had this terrible moment of surprise and was busily thinking "but why? Lizzy why?".

I think, like Basia, that Anne's pregnancy was the reason for Lady Catherine's murder. THe portrayal of the Colonel is brilliantly ambiguous, Belen. He could simply be an opportunist--marrying his heiress cousin, or an actual conspirator. It seems as though the bloody shirt is now exonerated as evidence against Collins. When will Lizzy or Charlotte tell Darcy? Has the bailiff been told?

Eagerly awaiting the next post!
Cheers,
Margaret

I loved the way you re-used original words of Darcy's infamous first proposal.

Me too!


I always so love the use of original quotations in a more or less different context.

As for the muderer or murderers... I am quite convinced to know the solution, but I won't tell. *tee hee*

Mind you, Belén didn't reveal anything to me! It's my guess as much as it yours.

Thank you girls!

I'm glad you liked the 'rewrite' of the proposal. I certainly enjoyed mingling both proposals in the same scene!

Hugs
Be
PS (Ann? pregnant? where did that come from?)

BE, THAT WAS SIMPLY FANTABULOUS. And you kept on saying you could not write Regency!!! There you go. quite a master already. But you know...good grammar and polished spelling cannot do what your exquisite romantic talent do when you write. Very proud of being your friend. Lovely chapter!

Ann? pregnant? where did that come from?

From my stupid head

Sorry

Stupid stupid? Basia, m'dear, I thought it a very clever thought!

And I'm sure so did Belen who looks like she's acting very innocently...



R~ <-- who can feel the tension rising!

Basia

I am sorry, I didn't mean it that way and certainly you are not stupid. You were quite close in some of your guesses in the past so why wouldn't you try another one that is not so improbable?

But Ann isn't with child in this story. Sex does not always mean pregnancy. As for why the colonel made that statement ... you will know in the end!

Be

Dear Belen,

I know you didn't mean it. But sometimes I feel this way while reading this thrilling story, when I have more questions than answers.
But you know that I love it.
This "from my stupid head" meant only that I'm angry with myself.
Hugs,

Basia

Two weeks passed...

Belen?

Hugs,

Basia

Two weeks?

Oh God, time flies. I will hurry up with the chapter.

hugs
be

Oh God, time flies. I will hurry up with the chapter.

you'd better, dear Belén, the suspense is well nigh unbearable... although I've got a hunch, but didn't I have that as of the beginning?

Wouldn't mind receiving a chapter or two of OTO in the meantime, m'dear.

Do I need to say more?

Then I will say more:

This is just tooooooo good! So glad that Darcy is in the clear as a suspect, but I don't believe Mr. Collins did it for a second. Poor Mrs. Jenkins appears to have been a witness who, I suspect, tried to blackmail the real killer and paid with her life.

I think it's Anne. I don't want to suspect Col. Studmuffin, but he's looking pretty darn suspicious.

Post Soon!

Ruth

Col. Studmuffin! Love it!

Waiting not-so-patiently for the next installment, Belen!

I think it's Anne. I don't want to suspect Col. Studmuffin, but he's looking pretty darn suspicious.

I got this feeling they're both involved.

Be,

I can't even begin to tell you how eagerly await you !

Hope everything is ok with you !
Hugs

I can't even begin to tell you how eagerly await you !

Joining you, chère Mihaela.

R~

It is such a comfort for me, a non writer, to see that other writers are as not so patient as I am to hear more of this wonderful story. Please post soon. Again, I am too confused to even guess who the killer is. I think I need to do a reread. Oh, what a chore that will be. NOT!!!! Post soooooonnnnnn, pleeeeeease. Cindy

Please post more soon, Belen! I love your story and can't wait for more.

I have suspected Anne for a while now. I would be really suprised if it wasn't. Only Belen knows.....Please post soon. Love this story.

Ooooh Belen, please post another chapter... the suspense is killing me. Gotta know whodunnit! Please post soon. Amy Z

I'm dieing to know what happens next...please post soon!

Belen - where is you next chapter??? I'm eager to find out what happens next!

Julie L.

I'm just adding to the chorus of whiners....PLEASE POST SOON!!

Love the story!

Frances

Pretty please, Belen we're missing your story so!!!

Dearest Belen,

I am sending you warmest thoughts. I hope thinks are well with you.

I know I've been very bad lately, that you are all waiting for the conclusion, but I'm stuck in the ****ed epilogue. I'm halfway through it. The murderer is still the same, just have to polish a few things.

Just a little patience, my loyal readers, and thanks for the encouragement!

Hugs
Be

Can't wait, dear Belén!

Thank you Belen for the update! Can't wait to read the conclusion and epilogue...we know it will be worth the wait.

Regards and happy holidays.

Mimi

Yayaya! I'm so excited! Can't wait for the next update!

Glad to know more is on the way! Thanks for the update.

Belen, can we hopre for more Eye before Christmas? I'd love to know whodunnit before leaving on holiday. Either way I wish you all the best this season. Amy Z

Hi, I'm a big fan of Pride and Prejudice Fanfiction and yours is one of the best I've read so far. Please do not keep your faithful readers waiting in suspense and add more chapters to this delightful and mysterious story as soon as you can. I felt suspense at every turn of the plot and I wish to finish reading the whole story. It shows great insight to human nature and adept psychological handling of the characters. Is Anne de Bourgh really a nutty? It has a sinister ring that is very compelling and realistic at the same time. What this whole message means is PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE CONINUE THE STORY...I CAN'T HELP THINKING ABOUT IT ALL THE TIME!

Wow Marian!

I never imagined this story could have this effect on people!

I'm working on the epilogue right now, and it's giving me a rought time. As you said, these characters are complex (and very dark at moments) so it's tough to get inside their skin. Hopefully, there be more 'Storm' soon!

Big hugs and Merry Christmas to all members of Mrs. Darcy.com!

Belén