爱玛 11~13

CHAPTER ELEVEN
Emm realized that Mr. Elton must now pursue Harriet himself; Emma should no longer be involved in their love affair. Besides, she had something else to occupy her time for the next ten days. Her sister, Isabella, and her hus- band, Mr, John Knightley, were coining for a visit with their children. The Knightleys had not come to Hartfield in quite a while, so Mr. Woodhouse was particularly excited for the visit.
Mrs. John Knightley was a gentle, little woman. She had friendly, quiet manners, similar to her father's. She worried about her children often, and respected her husband.
Mr- John Knightley, was a tall, clever gentleman. He was intelligent and quick, two qualities his wife did not have. His sister-in-law. Emma, noticed that he offended his wife, although Isabella herself did not. Mr. Knightley was not patient with Mr. Woodhouse's strange habits, although he cared deeply about his father-in-law.
Soon after the family arrived at the Woodhouse. they all sat down together. Mr. Woodhouse sighed and shook his head.
"Ah, poor Miss Taylor/*
“Oh yes.' cried Isabella, "You and poor Emma, what a sad loss for you both."
“But, do you see her often?” asked Isabella.
Not nearly enough.
Oh papa, we see either ML or Mrs. Weston everyday, usually we see them both' replied Emma.
"Yes, we do see Mrs. Weston often, but she must always leave again," said Mr. Woodhouse, sadly-
"But, papa, Mr. Weston would be so upset if she did not return. You forgot about poor Mr. Weston/' Emma reminded her father.
Mr. John Knightley soon interrupted, “I being a husband, should remind you that a man needs his wife around him."
"I believe Miss Taylor is the most fortunate woman in the world, except for her leaving Hartfield/* added his wife.


CHAPTER TWELVE
that night, Mr. John Knightley's older brother, George Knightley, came for dinner. Mr. Woodhouse was unhappy there was another dinner guest on Isabella's first night in Hartfieldj but Emma thought it was proper to invite Mr. Knightley- The last time Emma had spoken with Mr Knightley, they had quarreled about Emma's plans for Harriet. He was still upset that Emma had encouraged Harriet to refuse Mr. Martin's marriage proposal.
When Mr. Knightley came to the house, Emma believed their quarreling was finished-
"We think alike about our nephews and nieces, but our opinions on men and women are sometimes very different," Emma told her brother-in-law.
Perhaps if you stopped with your silly matchmaking, we might never disagree,, he replied.
"If we disagree, it must be because I am wrong."
Yes, that's true. Remember, I was sixteen years old when you were bom."
“Twenty-one years have passed since then. I think my understanding has improved since I was born."
“Yes  however, I still have sixteen years' more experience than you, dear Emma."
That's true," agreed Emma, “but I want to know that Mr. Martin is not very disappointed."
"A man cannot be more disappointed," was his answer.
Indeed, I am very sorry for him. Now, let us be friends again.
The rest of the evening was quiet and peaceful. The two Mr. Knightleys talked together about business. Mr. Woodhouse had a long talk with Isabella, and Emma occasionally joined one or the other conversation,
"My poor Isabella/ said Mr- Woodhouse, "how long since you have come to Hartfield? You must be so tired after your long journey here. I was so upset that your family went to Southen instead of coming here last autumn. I think going to the sea can be dangerous/'
“ Our doctor, Mr. Wingfield, recommended that the children go, particularly for the little Bella's throat/ replied iBabella.
“ My dear, but Doctor Perry believes the sea will not improve anyone's health. I am sure it almost killed me once."
"Please let us not talk about the sea now/' cried Emma, T envy you, Isabella. I have never seen the sea.”
"Mr. Perry will come here tomorrow; you should let him look at little Bella's throat/ suggested Mr. Woodhouse.
Her throat is so much better since her visit to the sea, now there is no need to see a doctor," replied Isabella.
“ Now, I think your family is not looking well, perhaps Doctor Perry should check on you all.*
 "Mr. Wingfield takes great care of us. He said we are in excellent health. But, you do think Mr. Knightley is looking ill?" asked Isabella.
 He is, indeed, not looking well."
Isabella ‘exclaimed Mr, John Knightley,  concern yourself with the children, let me look as I choose."


"But still, Doctor Perry was surprised you decided to go to Southend, he thought it would be unhealthy for the children,” interrupted Mr, Woodhouse.
 Mr. Perry,” said Mr. John Knightley angrily, H should not speak his opinions unless they are asked for."
Mr- Woodhouse was quite troubled that ML Knightley would speak so angrily about his dear friend, Mr. Perry.




CHAPTER THIRTEEN


during the Knightley family visit to the Woodhouse  home, the family was invited to the Westons' house for a Christmas dinner. Harriet, Mr, Elton, and Mr. George Knightley would take a carriage together, and meet the Wood¬houses and the Knightleys at the Westons' home. Unfortunately, Harriet was ill that day, and was not allowed to leave her bed. Harriet was quite disappointed, and cried many tears.
Emma told her that Mr. Elton would be rather upset, as well, that Harriet could not join them. When Emma left Harriet, she met Mr. Elton, who was coming to ask about Harriet's illness.
“A sore throat! I hope we are not soon ill. exclaimed Mr. Elton.
“Mr. Elton, you look ill yourself, perhaps you should stay home. Emma calmly suggested.
Mr. Elton looked confused, and did not know how to answer- He was grateful for Emma’s care, but was still quite inter¬ested in going to the Westons' for the evening, Emma was pleased with herself for giving Mr. Elton a reason to stay near Harriet to watch over her all evening.
"I will tell Mr. and Mrs. Weston you are ill. You will feel better tomorrow," Emma told the disappointed Mr. Elton.
However, Mr. George Knightley soon offered to take Mr. Elton to the Westons if he was not too ill
Mr. Elton looked delighted at Mr. Knightley's offer.
Emma was confused that ML Elton would choose to leaveHarriet alone ill. Mr. Ellon left them to say goodbye to Harriet.
Emma thought to herself, "Well, Mr. Elton is very much in love with Harriet, but still cannot refuse a dinner invitation
After a few minutes . John Knightley began to speak:
“Mr. Elton seems to be in love with you, he takes every suggestion you offer with great consideration/T
"Me!” Emma replied with a smile, "Do you think Mr. Elton is in love with me?”
"it is possible. You should think about how you speak to him because your behaviour encourages him.”
“ Mr. Elton and I are very good friends, and nothing more, and she walked on, amused at Mr. Knightley's words. He obviously did not understand the situation between Mr. Elton and Harriet.
Mr Woodhouse was so excited about the visit that he ignored the cold weather, which would usually quite upset him. Mr. John Knightley, however, was not pleased with the long journey.
"We should stay home in this terrible weather. It is snow¬ing at this moment! There is no reason why we should have to leave our warm homes to travel a great distance in this weather for a five-hour visit/'
As they arrived, Emma saw Mr. Elton waiting, smiling with pleasure. Emma was surprised that Mr. Elton could be so content with Harriet at home ill with a fever.
“ Before we left, Harriet's nurse told me she was not feeling better today,” Emma informed him.
Oh no — I went to visit her this morning, and was told that she is much worse, but I thought that your morning visit would cure her," Mr. Elton replied.
“Yes but we will miss her tonight.
"Of course, she will be missed every moment," Mr. Elton sighed.
Emma was disappointed to find that only a few seconds after his last statement, he began to speak of other things with excitement in his voice.