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Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I really enjoyed this chapter, Ellen. Looking forward to the next one, so I can see what the note says!

And I want to see Elizabeth give Mr. Hampton heck for not telling her his plans for Nova Scotia.

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Two WEEKS???? I can't take it!!!
It has to be the DR. I can't see how Darcy would know of Elizabeth staying there until after Jane left the Library so she couldn't write the note for him. And Jane wouldn't want Darcy to go into Elizabeth's room to give her that note.I hope there will be two chapters in two weeks.... I Love this story!!!!!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

If Lizzy thinks Darcy likes Jane, will she accept Mr. Hampton? Elizabeth knows Jane would prefer Mr. Bingley but she might think her mother would force Jane to accept Darcy because of his money. Maybe I'm getting worried for nothing....I hope. Keep up the good work, Ellen. I certainly can't wait for more!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Frances said the word compromised. Could it be that the good doctor will do that on purpose so she will have to marry him? I'm not sure I'll survive to find out. Cindy

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Thanks for all the love, ladies!

Sorry I can't be around for the next couple of weeks. Gotta go look after my menfolk (DH and son) as they work in Detroit. I'll certainly be writing...the old fashioned way, by longhand! I will definitely have a chapter, or maybe two, ready to post when I come back.

I appreciate your patience!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I for one think your timing is impeccable--I won't be able to check in for next two weeks, so when I return I will be right on schedule with the story! Of course, it would have been lovely to come back to two chapters instead of these torturous cliffhangers. Hmm.

Anyway, I belong to the "It's the Doctor" camp, though it's not because I want it to be. I am hopeful that it could be Darcy, but how would he know she was there? When Jane met with Darcy in library neither knew Lizzy was staying the night, so no note writing just then would make sense. Plus even a careful treading across room would have to be supplemented by careful leaning down for kiss; Darcy wouldn't have risked her waking as he found the right spot.

The cliffhangers seem to resolve themselves relatively painlessly. Should we look for more angst?

Still, for now Jane and Darcy appear clear on things. Colonel knows Wickham is around. And Lizzy senses that Colonel is wrong about his view of Darcy's inclinations (though her questioning at this point is very frustrating to me). So all in all, things are proceeding quite nicely. Funny that I feel that way, as I don't even know what to predict because so many things are so up in the air! Love it!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Ellen,

I love this story so much and am eternally grateful for the warning that it will be two weeks before I get another fix. It helps to know how to pace oneself (cough).

I'm undecided about who the bed hopper is. We all hope that it's Darcy but in truth, it's probably smarmy Mr. Hampton come to compromise Lizzy so she'll have to marry him. Yuck!

Well, I'll just re-read from the beginning to alleviate my suffering until you return.

Thanks for this (and all your others) fabulous tale.

-Pamala

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I am distressed that it will be 2 weeks before another post, but we must soldier on.

I am leaning toward it being Darcy....after all, isn't Elizabeth due a letter after a disastrous proposal. I believe Jane would have happily helped him out, even if there was no idea she'd be staying at Netherfield. He probably would have planned to give it to her at another time. The shuffling feet in the dark make me think it was Darcy--wouldn't someone else have a candle?

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I think it was Darcy the one that placed the letter.

Jane could have easily gone back to find him, after Elizabeth was setled, and write the letter for him. She could have even told him in which room she was to stay. Even if she didn't tell him which room, it wouldn't have been that hard for him to find out, through a trusty valet, not only the information about where she is staying but even perhaps be guided, through a more discreet route, to said room.

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I also think it was Darcy. I bet that Darcy dictated a letter for Jane to write. He could have planned on giving it to her another time but then found out she was staying the night. I know you're gone, Ellen, but I can't wait until you are able to be back and posting more!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Is two weeks up yet? This is torture! I love this story Ellen and I hope the "menfolk" are doing fine.

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Dare I say it??? Darcy would be the popular choice but I doubt we'll be that lucky...its got to be the Jekyl/Hyde doctor. Adds more angst to the soup!

Gotta love the story tho....is it time to post yet?

Frances

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Two week has got to be getting close. The suspense is killing me. I, too, am hoping for Darcy but feel it's the doctor. Please post ASAP! Cindy

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

It's been a fortnight plus 1 day. I'm an anxious reader awaiting...

Darcy. It has to be Darcy...

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I'm back from Detroit, ladies. (Loved the people, wasn't wild about the city.)

And now all I can say is...

Soon.

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Welcome back, darlin'



See how happy I am!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

SmileyCentral.com
Yeah, Ellen you're back! SmileyCentral.com

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Thanks!

Hey, Basia, loved the blindfolded smiley!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Ellen, I’m glad you liked the emoticon. Just think how inspiring it is. Darcy recovers, but for some reason, he is hiding the truth that he can see. Or maybe, after the happy end, he and Lizzy can play hide and seek. SmileyCentral.com I wonder, who would win SmileyCentral.com

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I wonder, who would win

Both of them, I daresay!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Chapter 16 is up, my dears. Enjoy! But prepare yourself for more angst...

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

"Though if I truly loved the man, I would follow him to the ends of the earth" SmileyCentral.com

"Who is the blind one now?" Sweet Jane

Ellen, it was absolutely wonderful chapter. I fear our two lovers still have many obstacles on their road to happiness, but the chapter was so very lovely.
So, Lizzy is slowly falling in love, right? What the doctor is going to do? After his angry reaction (which Darcy could not see) I was afraid he’s going to hurt Darcy. You won’t let he, will you?
But why Darcy is running away?
Thank you! SmileyCentral.com

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

YESSSS!!

I'm so glad I was wrong about who wrote the letter!! This was a great chapter but I sense Lizzy might fall into some sort of trap with Mr. Hampton...he might lie to her about Darcy and convince her to marry him!

Now there's even more anxiety for our young lovers to muddle through...I hope Darcy gets his sight back soon!

Thanks for a great update!

Frances

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Yes, it was Darcy who left the letter!

Hopefully Elizabeth will let him explain himself, since he apologized in the letter and to Jane. His remore is real, and she should be able to see that.

Now we just need to send Lydia off to Nova Scotia with Dr. Hampton, and all will be well! ;)

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Oh this story is progressing beautifully. I am on tenterhooks. I can hardly bear to go on holiday for fear I will miss an update! Thank heavens for internet cafes.
Great stuff Ellen, thank you.

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

YAY, Ellen is back from vacation and we have a new post for her wonderful story! I was glad I was right about Darcy giving Elizabeth the letter, but somehow I am almost afraid for Darcy since he came clean to the Doctor. I am not so sure I trust a man that feels he has been duped out of a chance to secure a wife. Watch out Darcy, I don't trust this guy! Welcome back Ellen and I can't wait for more soon, but I do have a question, since Mrs Darcy is going on vacation, is there a chance that we could get two chapters before she leaves? Please?

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

How can we get Elizabeth to Pemberley? Perhaps Jane and Bingley can marry and she can travel with them???? Or Kent, I'd take Kent...let's just get them in the same room, and take Elizabeth's blinders off. Maybe when she sees him again he'll be able to see her as well. The angst has to have a purpose, and I'm thinking it's for greater happiness...

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Yea!!! The mystery of the letter is solved and I do believe it is to the delight of us all. I fear for Darcy also because the doctor obviously has a deceitful streak in him since he was going to deceive Elizabeth. Jane was very helpful in relaying her conversation with Darcy to Elizabeth. How can we get Elizabeth and Darcy together? HMMMMMMM Thanks for the great chapter and I do hope you post very soon. I love this story!!! Cindy

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Another excellent chapter, Ellen. It was good that Darcy was so resourceful as to have his valet pen the letter. (Especially since if Miss Bingley saw the direction she wouldn't be curious about who wrote it. I don't think she could prevent herself from reading a note from Darcy to Elizabeth Bennet!)

So Lizzy understands at least part of what Darcy was trying to convey. Is there any chance that Jane could arrange for Bingley to send a message to Pemberley if needed?? As others have mentioned, I have no particular trust in Hampton any more. I hope Darcy's servants can protect him against any shenanigans the doctor might try in revenge, although I daresay that prospect is a bit melodramatic. On the other hand, he still might try to con Lizzy by misleading her about Darcy's recovery, in which case Bingley could write to find out the truth.

(BTW, I don't think that Darcy will visit Kent as someone suggested. Lady Catherine is unbearable enough when one is able to walk away from her presence--a blind man would be trapped! Unhappy thought, indeed.)

If in the next chapter Hampton tries to make up with Lizzy, I hope she shows him the door, permanently.
And that if Wickham tries to ingratiate himself at Longbourne, that Lizzy and Jane are successful in booting him out.

But of course, what I will be most interested to see is how you manage to bring Darcy to health. Oh, will Lizzy go on the Derbyshire tour with the Gardiners?????

Looking forward to seeing what you've planned. Thanks for posting.
Cheers,
Margaret

Jeppers Creepers when does Mr. Darcy get his Peepers?

Ellen,

Welcome back!

Wonderful chapter . . . but need more, more pls.

I shan't ask. I shan't ask . . .ok WTF Jeppers Creepers when does Mr. Darcy get his Peepers; Jeppers Creepers Mr. Darcy is on a trip home with that not to be trustED doctor and he has no eyes; give him back his eyes.

STEVIEB

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Oh yay, it's back!

I loved the letter, and I liked that Dr. Hampton had been intending to tell Elizabeth rather than outright trying to trick her. And I like that while the trust is gone, both he and Darcy appear to be acting as gentlemen.

I second the notion of sending Lydia to Nova Scotia, but I wouldn't wish her even on the doctor!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Jane is brillant in this story! "Who is the blind one now?" - sister always knows isn't it?

Needless to say, am so happy that it was Darcy who sneaked into Lizzy's room. And he was frank with Hampton as well, hope the doctor will not knife Darcy on his back during the trip to pemberley! The Colonel has to be with them right, to protect Darcy!

Yes, now am also wondering how will the lovebirds meet again...with Darcy's eyesight still a question-mark, how is he going to see Lizzy, if she were to tour Pemberley?? Ellen, we want MORE!!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Thank you for your story. So glad Lizzy knows about Dr. Hampton and Darcy honourable enough to admit to H that Lizzie knows.
I hope Lizzy will tour Pemberly with the Gardiners and run accidentally into a now sighted Darcy who doesn't know who she is yet he is captivated by this lady with "fine eyes" and is feeling guilty because he feels betraying Lizzy...Sorry! I got carried away with my day dreaming. Love your story. Can't wait for more.

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

janeaaddict, I like your prospect, though I would make it more hopefull by allowing Darcy to smell her , so that he could get some suspicions. Besides, when she talks, she will surely betray herself by her voice, unless she gets toungetied or is down with some cold - but then sightseeing would be out of question I suppose...

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I feel so sorry for Darcy. Dr. h was wrong not to be more honest with Elizabeth. Since she didn't love him, she will not suffer too much but he might. Very interesting!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Oh, how could you break my heart by having Darcy leave without giving Elizabeth a chance to talk to him? My hopes were so high after she read his letter, and then *smash*. I hope she comes up with some way to contact him.... or maybe Jane will.

Thanks for another great chapter.

Hugs,
Abigail

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I just got back from a trip and was thrilled to see this new chapter. It looks like Darcy has redeemed himself significantly to Elizabeth but I fear for him alone in the company of Mr. Hampton. We don't really know very much about Hampton...is his character a vengeful one?? Please let them part ways at the end of the journey never to meet again. I know, I know, I've taken hand wringing to a new level...I will make angst where there may be none intended. Oh well....I can't wait for the next helping of 'Eye of the Beholder'.

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I have a hard time believing that Hampton is honorable. I thought his excuse for not telling Lizzy about his plans was really lame. Also, I felt that his pursuit of Lizzy after he observed Darcy's interest was deceitful. For example,from chapter 7: Hampton speaking to Lizzy:

"Oh, yes, very. A shame, really." Mr. Hampton shook his head. "It could really ruin a man's looks." There. He had said it. He wondered if she would notice that he was speaking in the conditional only. In truth, there was but a small area of proud flesh on Mr. Darcy's wound, and while there would be scarring, Mr. Jones's poultices had been remarkably effective, and the doctor saw nothing that would make of Mr. Darcy an ogre. But he was so certain now...so certain that he could persuade Elizabeth to help him make his dreams a reality, that he was willing to mislead her if only a tiny bit, to ensure that her natural, ladylike disgust of physical disfigurement would keep her from developing any romantic notions of Mr. Darcy.
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This is not the behavior of an honorable man. (I don't subscribe to the All's fair in Love & War motto).

I will feel no sorrow for Hampton's eventual disappointment.

Margaret

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Sorry it's taken me so long to respond to all of you. Thanks for all the comments.

Hmm, so little sympathy for our dear Mr. Hampton! I wonder if he will earn back our respect or go to greater lengths to secure Elizabeth?

I ain't sayin'. Only further chapters will say for sure.

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I wonder if he will earn back our respect

He would earn mine back if he realizes that Elizabeth is way too young for him, that he shouldn't have concealed his plans, and that he loves her so much that he wishes her to be happy and unselfishly stops his courtship in favour of the man who really loves her and whom she truly loves...

OMG, I'm such a romantic... Please, please, oblige me dear Ellen!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I am hoping the Colonel is with Darcy for his protection. And, what if Elizabeth does visit Pemberley after Darcy gets his sight back and he sees her from afar not realizing it is her. HMMMM, lots of possibilities with this story. I just love it!!! Plz post soon! Cindy

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Dr. Hampton will get my respect if he marries Lydia or Caroline Bingley and takes his new bride to Nova Scotia. Or if he apologizes for misleading Elizabeth about Darcy's condition and leaves for Canada sans bride. Either way.

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I am like a kid waiting for Christmas morning...will we see our new chapter soon?

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

will we see our new chapter soon?

Well, if I don't get my next chapter up before my summer guests start arriving (August 1) and Renee goes away, there's going to be a long wait!!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Ellen dear!
Please, please don't let us wait VERY long. I'm going to vacation myself SmileyCentral.com , but unfortunately there's going to be Internet there and I'm taking my laptop with me.
It would be a torture not to know what's gonna happen to Darcy after his chat with Dr. Liar. SmileyCentral.com
Seriously though, have fun with your friends!
Basia

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Seriously though, have fun with your friends!

Am I not fortunate? One of the friends who will be coming to stay is our very own beloved author Elena!!
Perhaps we can write something together...

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

I know, I know, you're such lucky ducks!

I'm sure you'll be having such a great time together! Wish I could join the party...

but for those who stay at home, Mrs Darcy will soon have a major surprise for you... Just you wait and see.

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

Surprise? What kind of surprise? SmileyCentral.com
Bring it on, Renee!

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

But Basia, darlin', it's supposed to be a surprise!

Okay, I will tell you this much... it has something to do with fanfiction.

Re: The Eye of the Beholder by Ellen G

"it has something to do with fanfiction"
You don't say I would never guess
Is there any possibility this FF is going to take place in SmileyCentral.com?

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