Chapter 97Edward stayed in the cottage for a week; he was seriously urged by Mrs Hargrove to stay longer; but as if he was only out for self-mortification, he seemed determined when his pleasure among his friends was at its peak. His mood improved during the last two or three days, although still very unequal, considerably – he was more and more attracted to the house and the surrounding area – never talked about leaving without a sigh – declared his time completely detached – even doubted where to go when he left it – but he had to leave anyway. Never before had a week passed so quickly – he could hardly believe that it was over. He said it repeatedly; also other things he said, which marked the turn of his feelings and his actions belied. He had no pleasure in Norland; he loathed being i
