Chapters 50–58: the Lydia–Wickham scandal is officially resolved with Darcy’s hidden help, Bingley returns to propose to Jane, and Lady Catherine’s angry visit backfires by opening the door for Elizabeth and Darcy’s future.

In Chapters 50–58, the Lydia–Wickham scandal is resolved when a marriage is arranged, but only later do Elizabeth and Jane learn about Darcy’s secret role in making it happen. Bingley returns to Netherfield and eventually proposes to Jane, restoring her happiness, while the Bennet family slowly recovers from the shock. Then Lady Catherine de Bourgh arrives at Longbourn in fury, determined to bully Elizabeth into promising never to marry Darcy. Elizabeth’s firm, principled response turns out to be a key step toward the possibility of a second chance with Darcy.

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