We walked up and down the street several times – Anna and I, wondering if she was indeed staying in that house.
“Shall we knock to check if she’s inside?” I asked.
“There’s no other way to find out,” Anna said.
“I wonder what she’ll look like. She must be ancient,” I declared.
Anna gave me a how-could-you look at my irreverent tone. This was the women we both revered and I was calling her ‘ancient’. But that was the truth and I am not known to couch it with euphemisms.
“Do you think she’ll tell us all about him?” I asked, blushing furiously.
“Oh, you silly girl,” scolded Anna. “Don’t you remember he’s married to Elizabeth already?”
“Ah! But there’s no harm in getting more information, is there?” I countered.
“Stop dreaming and knock on that door!” Anna yelled.
So I knocked hesitantly. There was no answer. I put my ear against the door and heard voices. She was not alone. I heard a male voice too. Now, I was really curious and knocked harder.
The door opened and there he stood, looking just the way she had described – tall and handsome. “Yes?” he asked, in the haughty tone he was famous for.
I was tongue-tied. I turned to Anna. “Mr Darcy…err…we heard that Ms Austen was visiting Mexico,” said Anna.
Still in shock, I heard a loud ringing in my ear. Then I felt someone nudging me, “Your alarm just went off, sweetheart,” said my husband.
In case it’s not obvious to you already I am a Jane Austen fan and of course Mr Darcy has to be one of my favorite male characters!
This post is in response to Write Tribe Prompt #2
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Mr. Darcy fascinated me too until I saw him on celluloid opposite Aishwarya Rai.
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Loved the suspense before your alarm went off.
Yuck!! That’s a poor version of Mr Darcy, Alka. You’ve got to see the BBC version.
Corinne Rodrigues recently posted..How Do You Handle Emergencies?
That’s a cool dream…guess I was constantly dreaming about this door picture since Wednesday…till I stumbled upon my story…This is cool, Corinne!
Kajal recently posted..The Last Sunset
Just read yours. Such a sweet story!
Corinne Rodrigues recently posted..Regrets?
I really hate these alarms. Hope you complete your journey tonight. Loved it!
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The worst invention ever! Let’s see where tonight takes me. Thanks, Uma.
Corinne Rodrigues recently posted..How Do You Handle Emergencies?
Oh! I dream these kind of dreams many a times…the tall, dark and handsome types.
Really, Janu? I want details!
Corinne Rodrigues recently posted..How Do You Handle Emergencies?
Over cups of coffee.
You’ve got a deal! ๐
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Love it love it love it! Darn alarm clock.
Thanks, Talya. And to think there was no sangria involved? ๐
What fun having Mr. Darcy answer the door. (I do hope he looked like Colin Firth, of course!) Darn those alarms spoiling all the fun! Enjoyed your little story. It was great!
Now I have to think of something. Can’t have you gals having all the fun!
Cathy
Cathy Graham recently posted..Happy Just Being
Colin Firth is synonymous with Mr Darcy in my mind, at least, Cathy.
Looking forward to your door story!
Corinne Rodrigues recently posted..Regrets?
Behind the Doors is an interesting theme. I am wodering why Mr. Darcy came alone to the door. Where was Lizzy? Perhaps you would have seen her too but for the damn alarm!
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Now who cares where Lizzy was, Mrs Menon! Perhaps I would have seen more of Mr Darcy but for the alarm! Waiting to read your take on the prompt.
Corinne Rodrigues recently posted..How Do You Handle Emergencies?
Lovely dream! ๐ I too hope that Mr. Darcy looked like Colin Firth. He was perfect for that role.
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Colin Firth is the only one who will do to be Mr Darcy, Debbie. He is perfect – period! ๐
Corinne Rodrigues recently posted..How Do You Handle Emergencies?
Loved your dream and Mr Darcy … definitely worth dreaming about. I wonder what Lizzy would say!
Suzy recently posted..Write Tribe – Three Friends
Thanks, Suzy. Who cares about what Lizzy says! ๐
oh lol. Now that’s what Lydia would say.
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It’s been a long time since I read anything by Jane Austin. Your story here made me want to dig those books back out! ๐ Excellent, Corinne!
Martha Orlando recently posted..Joyful Journey!
I make sure I read one of hers again every year, Martha!
Corinne Rodrigues recently posted..Her Greatest Hit
Come to think of it, I can’t even remember any other Austen leading man other than Mr Darcy. And she does make him seem so perfect. I spent a large part of my growing years wishing myself in Lizzy’s shoes.
Cynthia Rodrigues Manchekar recently posted..Memories on tap
Oh there were many I remember, Cynthia but none as striking as Mr Darcy! Poor Lizzy – the number of us who wanted her out! ๐
Corinne Rodrigues recently posted..How Do You Handle Emergencies?
Very funny Corinne.
But I must say, you kept your wits about you. I would have fainted straight away at the sight of Mr. Darcy errr.. Colin Firth. ๐
LOVE! Xxx
I’m madly in love w/ MR. Darcy!
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Ha ha…what a twist…Mr Darcy of all characters?? ๐
I’m biased about him too…his characters is too likeable. I like the ‘pride’ in him lot better. He;s been one of my favourites too. ๐
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Damn the alarm! ๐
What a twist and what a fab take on the prompt, Corinne! Lovely ๐
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haha.. naughty naughty dreams Corinne..I am more of a Rhett Butler kind of woman ๐
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Alarms should be banned ! Darcy in your dream and scene cut ? bahut na-insafi hai !
sharmila recently posted..Quiet Communication–100 Words on Saturday.
Caught me there BS… I’m not such a Jane Austen fan but the characters were so familiar :P… ew, I want more…
Melissa recently posted..Part 2: My Gift Within God’s Gift
Darcy is impressive and I love his personality..so bad the dream broke.
Oooh! Super like this one. Wait till Sumana sees this.
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Lovely dream! I recently watched Pride and Prejudice (the BBC version) – so charming!
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Wow for a book lover this is like a special treat ๐ I can’t stop smiling… oh Jane austen your love haunts us still ๐ I have the complete novels set of jane austen in one combo book- a big fat one!
Richa
Ha ha. So you were rudely jolted out of your dream by the stupid alarm! ๐
And what a lovely dream too – just getting to the most interesting part where you’re talking to Mr. Darcy. ๐ Maybe switch off the alarm next time. ๐ Nice one, Corinne.
The original romance novels!! Loved your dream. Why do we always wake up too soon?!
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I’d rather dream of Rhett Butler ๐ ๐
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Did you go back to sleep for a continuation? ๐
Such an interesting dream. Would have loved to be in one. I too am a huge fan of Jane Austen and Pride and Prejudice, to an extent that I have read the book 5 times! ๐ Your articles are always a pleasant reading experience. Keep inspiring!
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I love seeing you stretch your writer’s wings. I am probably the only woman in the world not yet a Darcy fan, but there is hope for me yet. I confess to being more of a Bronte woman, myself.
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LOL….I liked the punch in the last line…I love Jane Austin too ๐
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