I see the imprudence of it. Oh! that abominable Mr. Darcy ! —My father's opinion of me does me the greatest honour; and I should be miserable to forfeit it.
Their mutual affection will steady them; and I flatter myself they will settle so quietly, and live in so rational a manner, as may in time make their past imprudence forgotten'.
Elizabeth had frequently united with Jane in an endeavour to check the imprudence of Catherine and Lydia; but while they were supported by their mother's indulgence, what chance could there be of improvement?