How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
Darcy had never been so bewitched by any woman as he was by her. He really believed, that were it not for the inferiority of her connections, he should be in some danger of falling in love, and were it not for his considerable skill in the deadly arts, that he should be in danger of being bested by hers for never had he seen a lady more gifted in the ways of vanquishing the undead. (10.29)
Love is a beautiful—and dangerous—thing. Mr. Darcy realizes he's falling in love with Elizabeth not just because she's really, really good looking, but also because she might also be able to kick his butt.
Quote #2
"You forget, sir, that I am a student of Shaolin! Master of the seven-starred fist! I am perfectly serious in my refusal. You could not make me happy, and I am convinced that I am the last woman in the world who could make you so. Nay, were your friend Lady Catherine to know me, I am persuaded she would find me in every respect ill qualified for the situation, for I am a warrior, sir, and shall be until my last breath is offered to God." (19.13)
Mr. Collins really is a dope, isn't he? He can't possibly be in love with Elizabeth, but he insists that she isn't seriously refusing to marry him. She finally has to lay down the law and tell him—in the nicest way possible—that she's a warrior who could never, ever in a million, billion years make him happy.
Quote #3
"I am not romantic, you know; I never was. I ask only a comfortable home; and considering Mr. Collins' character, connection, and situation in life, I am convinced that my chance of happiness with him is as fair as most people can boast on entering the marriage state—especially since, oh! Elizabeth, I beg you will not be angry with me or cut me down where I stand! But Elizabeth, I can have no secrets from you—I have been stricken." (22.19)
Okay, so it's not exactly true love between Charlotte and Mr. Collins. She has something else in mind—she just wants a comfortable home before she succumbs to the zombie plague. Is that so crazy? Does everyone need to marry for love?