This quote is Elizabeth's reaction to Wickham's betrayal of her. Wickham decided to court Ms. King, because she was bound to a sizable inheritance. Elizabeth's response is rather unexpected, considering that she was so bound to Wickham from the start. Earlier, Elizabeth stated, "At present I am not in love with Mr. Wickham; no, I certainly am not. But he is, beyond all comparison, the most agreeable man I ever saw - and if he becomes really attached to me - I believe it will be better that he should not" (144). At this time, Elizabeth is vowing never to become attached to Wickham, so as to not make a fool of her father. The above quote asserts that now there is no room for such a thing as attachment to Wickham anymore. Elizabeth's reaction is one of resentment. This case relates to that of Mr. Collins and Charlotte. Charlotte's motives seemed mercenary, as she was only attracted to the popularity and wealth that Mr. Collins possessed. Such motives bothered Elizabeth for some time, and now she is going through the same cycle with Wickham. She sees his relationship to Ms. King as mercenary, because he is after her inheritance, by the looks of it. These instances are categorized as failed relationships. It is likely that as the novel progresses, there will be more relationships to add within this category, like Jane's and Mr. Bingley's relationship, or perhaps Charlotte and Mr. Collins.
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"I should at present detest his very name, and wish him all manner of evil" (149).What is the essence of this quote?
A.) felicity
B.) pride
C.) spite
D.) animosity
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