Colonel Fitzwilliam

Darcy's younger cousin arrives with him at Rosings, described as about thirty, not handsome but a true gentleman. Engaged in lively conversation at Rosings, showed interest in Elizabeth’s piano playing and praised music Colonel Fitzwilliam encounters Elizabeth, shares details of his annual park tours, his availability to Mr. Darcy, and his joint guardianship of Miss Darcy. Colonel Fitzwilliam, Darcy’s cousin, is mentioned as having no intention to travel with him and being agreeable but not a source of Elizabeth’s unhappiness. Darcy mentions Colonel Fitzwilliam as a trustworthy witness who could corroborate his account. Colonel Fitzwilliam is confirmed as Elizabeth's source for truth about Wickham and is shown to have intimate knowledge of Darcy's affairs.