Thwarted

<p>Mr. Darcy is unmarriageable. Every time he shows any interest in a lady be it casual or serious the lady disappears or has disaster befall her. Soon society spreads gossip that he is cursed and mamas and daughters alike shun his company. Some unknown nemesis keeps the rumors alive and soon he suspects he will never find happiness until he discovers who wants him ruined.<br><br>In Meryton a humbled Mr. Darcy finds himself drawn to a local beauty. Ever cautious that the villain behind his misfortune is watching he takes great pains to keep his courtship a secret. He disguises his intentions by showing equal attention to all the ladies and being amiable to everyone. When an old enemy arrives in Meryton unexpectedly Darcy is instantly wary and works even harder to keep his relationship with Elizabeth from being widely known. Will he ever be free to marry and love her openly or is his love doomed to be thwarted?<br><br><em>Thwarted can be considered far-fetched but it was fun to write nonetheless.</em></p>