Wonderful set of chapters!!
Good for Darcy for making a credible commitment even though the time frame must make it difficult to remain patient (although he's obviously taking action to expedite a Lydia resolution).
Happy Captain Stovall acted quickly and Jane responded in kind. His responses to Longbourn were perfect as was the observation about its distance from Yorkshire. This all bodes well for him and Jane. Also great that the location of his family, possible estate hunting, and immediate friendship with Darcy gets Elizabeth to Pemberley...
LOL - regarding circumspection, and enjoying the contribution of the Gardiners.