Summary Chapter 22
Charlotte Lucas again pays attention to Mr. Collins when the Bennets dine with the Lucas family. Elizabeth is grateful. Charlotte claims she is glad to help, but she has an agenda of her own. However, it seems likely to fail due to Mr. Collins having to return home soon. Mr. Collins, though, goes to see Charlotte the next morning without notifying the Bennets of his intentions, wanting to see whether he is successful in his goal. He proposes to Charlotte, who has "accidentally" met him in the garden. She accepts. She does not love him. She merely wants to be married. Mr. and Mrs. Lucas are pleased. It is a good match. Mr. Collins will have a good income. With Charlotte married, her younger sisters can have their debuts sooner. Her brothers are glad she won't be an old maid. Charlotte is
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