•CHAPTER 7-12 VISIT TO NETHERFIELD
•Jane is invited to Netherfield by Bingley’s sisters, and, caught in the rain on her way, comes down with a bad cold. Elizabeth goes to check on her and is invited to stay as well. She is able to observe the others’ true colors without Jane’s presence. Mrs. Bennet and Lydia come to Netherfield to check on Jane, and Elizabeth is caught between embarrassment for her mother and family loyalty. Elizabeth and Darcy engage in a battle of wits. When Jane’s health improves, the girls return home.