Chapter 3, En Garde! Summary

Darcy waits a few seconds before following Bingley, entering the room unannounced. Miss Bingley sends Darcy his favorite coffee with her compliments as Darcy notices excitement at the window. Darcy looks out of curiosity as the young men claim it is time for fun since Miss Lydia has arrived. Darcy sees Mrs. Bennett and realizes that Elizabeth must also have arrived. Miss Elizabeth Bennet descends from the carriage, and Miss Bingley is vexed as she notices the disturbance at the window and its cause. The Bennets are announced, and Miss Jane Bennet exchanges greetings with Miss Bingley. Miss Lydia Bennet quickly becomes the center of attention for the young men in the room. As Darcy watches Elizabeth enter, he notices an expression of impudence on her face and draws near inadvertently until he is standing next to Bingley. Miss...