傲慢与偏见 Pride and Prejudice 6 - Chapter 3 A Young Man Searching for a Wife

　　"I care very much, ma’am, about the problems my position gives to my dear cousins. I could say much about this, but I do not wish to be too rude… ”

　　"Please speak honestly with me, sir,” said Mrs. Bennet hastily.

　　"You are very kind, madam. I will be honest with you. I must first tell you that I am very fortunate because a very important person, Lady Catherine de Bourght, has taken me under her care. Her goodness has supported me throughout my life. Lady Catherine has advised me to marry.”

　　Mrs. Bennet smiled, and nodded her head wisely. “How very, very wise!” she said.

　　"I am happy, ma’am, to see that you so understanding. Now I can tell you that I have come here to find a wife.”

　　"I am sure, sir, that marriage would add to your happiness.”

　　"In truth, ma’am,” said Mr. Collins, very serious, “I mean to choose one of your daughters, it is my plan. Then, one of your daughters will be able to keep her family property and father’s house.”

　　Mrs. Bennet stood up and stretched out both her hands to welcome him.

　　"My dear Mr. Collins,” she said, "I am most happy to welcome you to Longbourn!”