I could have wished we had not engaged
to the good neighbourhood at Sir Simon's for to-morrow night; but I am so
desirous to set out on Wednesday for the other house, that, as well as in
return for the civilities of so many good friends, who will be there on
purpose, I would not put it off. What I beg of you, therefore, my dear,
is, that you would go in the chariot to Sir Simon's, the sooner in the
day the better, because you will be diverted with the company, who all so
much admire you; and I hope to join you there by your tea-time in the
afternoon, which will be better than going home, and returning with you,
as it will be six miles difference to me; and I know the good company
will excuse my dress, on the occasion. I count every hour of this little
absence for a day: for I am, with the utmost sincerity,
'My dearest love, for ever yours, etc.'
'If you could go to dine with them, it will be a freedom that would be
very pleasing to them; and the more, as they don't expect it.'
I begin to have a little concern, lest his fatigue should be too great,
and for the poor sick gentleman and family; but told Mrs. Jewkes, that
the least intimation of his choice should be a command to me, and so I
would go to dinner there; and ordered the chariot to be got ready to
carry me: when a messenger came up, just as I was dressed, to tell her
she must come down immediately.
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