傲慢与偏见 Pride and Prejudice 13 - Chapter 7 An Engagement for a Young Lady

　　Elizabeth's surprise was very great. She could not help crying out, "Dear Charlotte, it's impossible!"

　　Charlotte was a little hurt at this, but calmly said, "Why are you so surprised? Do you think it impossible that Mr. Collins succeed with me, because he failed with you?"

　　"No, I did not mean that at all," said Elizabeth quickly. "My dear, I am so very happy that you will be my cousin after you marry! I wish you all the happiness in the world."

　　"You know that I am hot romantic in manner, replied Charlotte. "I only want a comfortable home, and I am sure that my charge of happiness with him is fair in this way. I'm sure it is the same chance as most people can say when they decide to get married!" Elizabeth quietly answered, "Undoubtedly."