[Jane Middleton (Aida)]

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Name: Jane Thomasine Middleton (nee Sterne)
Age: 34
Date of Birth: 9th September, 1776
Title: Lady


FAMILY:
Father: Henry Nigel Sterne, the 7th Earl of Essex - Born 1744, deceased.
Mother: Margaret Jane Sterne (nee Bertram), Countess of Essex - Born 1754.
Brother: Richard Bartholomew Sterne, the 8th Earl of Essex – Born 1773.
Brother: Thomas Edmund Sterne, Captain – Born 1784.

Husband: Percival John Middleton, Esquire – Born 1765.
Daughter: Rebecca Florence Middleton – Born 1797.
Son: Sebastian Anthony Middleton – Born 1799.
Step-Daughter: Lucy Bridget Griffith (nee Middleton) – Born 1786, (married to Robert Griffith).

Father’s uncle: Neville Alfred Sterne, Colonel - Born 1728.

Aunt: Matilda Grace Wriothesley (nee Bertram), Viscountess Delamere - Born 1756 (married to James Wriothesley, Viscount Delamere).
Maternal Cousin: Helena Caroline Wriothesley - Born 1793.



BACKGROUND:
Since her birth, Jane profited from all the education and comfort that a lady of her station could desire for. She proved to be an excellent student with a thirst for adventure and knowledge, and assertive enough to ask for a replacement in her tutors whenever she deemed them not as competent as she liked them to be. Richard became Jane’s favourite family member as soon as she learned to show affection and the responsibility that she later on obtained through caring for her brother resulted in her becoming a very dependable and mature young woman much sooner than her contemporaries; attributes which helped her a lot when disaster struck at the root of their family.
Lord Essex’s untimely death was a great shock to the family; yet its impact was greatly diminished compared to the news regarding the family’s bankruptcy due to the Earl’s excessive gambling debts. From that time onwards, Jane’s life plunged into confusion and instability, while the dowager countess strived to keep their poverty a secret and fend off the debtors. Soon after, she felt herself under the constant pressure of having to decide whether she should accept the proposal of an extremely wealthy perfume merchant, who was a middle-class widower, or to elope with her secret beloved (a gentleman whose family was a close friend of theirs but would not consent to their marriage because of their financial problems) and let the family drown in scandal and doom. Of course, the seventeen year old Jane chose the former course of action and married Percival Middleton, who in turn agreed to settle all their debts and rescued not only their lands, but also their reputation.
The first three years of Jane’s marriage passed by in utter lack of tender displays from her side, while the on the other hand her husband tried his best to win her affection by buying her a variety of expensive gifts, and by acting very nicely towards Richard. As time went by, gradually Jane learned to like Percival – though, she never truly came to love him – and even accepted to take Lucy, his daughter from his first wife, under her wings and teach her what a lady should know; later on arranging her marriage to another merchant’s son.
After Rebecca and Sebastian were born, the upbringing of her children in the best way possible became Jane’s primary goal and she is still trying to fulfil it with the precision of the perfectionist that she is. Throughout the recent years her life has remained a tranquil one, except on the occasions when her younger brother’s actions temporarily disturb the smooth surface of her life.


PHYISICAL APPEARANCE:
Jane is a rather beautiful woman with dark hair and languid eyes; though, the apathy in her gaze and the severity which hangs about her features make her quite unapproachable. Standing at 5’4” she is considered to be quite tall, and her figure possesses an elegant leanness that is quite admirable and which she owes to her perpetual activeness. Jane takes great care to keep her complexion pale and her gowns stylish. She prefers darker tones to the lighter ones.


PERSONALITY:
Friends and family both recognize Jane as a very logical and reasonable person, on whose objective judgment and helpful nature they can rely. Nevertheless, strangers might find her somewhat aloof and cold, with the tendency to be resolutely indifferent. The truth is Jane has a kind heart but finds it quite hard to trust in people she doesn’t know; even so, she is extremely polite and never steps out of the boundaries of social propriety.
Jane is very conservative and has a strong sense of ethics. She wholeheartedly admits her dislike gambling and tries her best to keep her family away from such activities. She also has a very strong maternal instinct which sometimes gets out of hand and turns her into an overly controlling individual, who feels responsible for taking decisions for everyone around her and is easily devastated if her decisions fail her or are not accepted. Although she never admits it, she prides herself for being the saviour of her family and sometimes hints towards this fact. She often tries to hide her love of adventure, although sometimes it can be deduced from her words and actions.
In truth, when younger, Jane used to be very ambitious, yet with the passing of years her ambitions have turned from wanting to become an admiral (age five), to acquiring academic education (age eight), to travelling around the world with Richard(age ten), to becoming a famous writer (age thirteen), to marrying for love (age sixteen), to raising her offspring excellently (age twenty three), and finally to leading a quiet and proper life (age thirty four) – although she has maintained her love of the sea.
Jane’ hobbies include: playing the piano-forte, educating her daughter and her son, reading political and religious pamphlets, embroidery, horse-back riding, hunting, painting watercolour landscapes and seascapes, hosting receptions, collecting china and silverware, playing chess and checkers, designing and attending to her flower gardens, participating in charity work and visiting friends, one of the closest of whom is Lady Worth.

[Voice of Morality]

Approved, but her age, DOB and the current date do not match.

Please change to either 33 years old or a DOB prior to April 10th 1777.

Also, just to clarify for everyone here and for future reference - Jane Middleton has no title as a result of her marriage, but being born the daughter of an Earl she previously had the courtesy title of Lady Jane. I believe usual practice is to retain a courtesy title after marriage if you do not take one from your husband.

Therefore she would be addressed in public as Lady Jane Middleton or Lady Jane (depending on familiarity) but NOT Lady Middleton, and also not Mrs Middleton.

[Jane Middleton (Aida)]

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[Jane Middleton (Aida)]

Relationships


~ Family ~
Middleton, Percival (Aida - NPC): Husband. Doesn't love him exactly, though she likes him very much and considers him to be very kind and generous.
Sterne, Thomas (Aida): Brother. They argue constantly, and Jane doesn't approve of his actions most of the time; however, deep down she truly cares about him and tries to make him understand what's best for him.
Wriothesley, Helena (Aida): Maternal cousin. Jane is going to be her chaperone this Season.


~ Friends ~
Morton, Claudia (Sara): Met her through their husbands. They became fast friends and Jane finds it pleasant to share her life experiences with her.
Sinclair, David (Lou): Met him while calling on his sister, Phoebe. She finds him a very sensible man and enjoys his friendship a lot.
Vaudrey, Phillip (Amy): A dear friend with whom she can speak about Richard.
Werlington, Daphne (Lin): They've been friends for some years. Jane thinks she is a kind woman and a wonderful hostess.


~ Acquaintances ~
Aldrige, Lilias (Crystal-lee): Has met her in several occasions. Fine, respectable lady.
Alford, David (Francesca): Respectable young man who deserves a wife just as respectable as he is.
Clare, Selina (Rose): Met her at the Almack's and Daphne's tea party. Seems to be a nice young woman.
Gage, Mary (Cass): Jane is acquainted with her mother.
Gosling, Nicholas (Alex): Jane was a friend of his late wife. They danced at Almack's. She finds him a very respectable gentleman.
Gosling, William (Alex): Met through Nicholas. Doesn't approve of his conduct.
Grove, Penelope (Katherine): Met her last year. Approves of her behaviour and forsees a good future for her.
Hackett, George (Rose): Met him at the Almack's. Jane finds him a very pleasant and good looking gentleman.
Layton, Henry (Rose): Has met him a couple of times. Quite arrogant.
Loring, Édouard (Ariane): Jane is acquainted with his cousins.
Middlemass, Frances (Ingrid): Frances' father and Mr. Middleton are business associates and friends.
Quartermain, Demelza (Vikki): Has met her on numerous occasions. Would like to gain her respect.
Sinclair, Phoebe (Kam): Jane is friends with her brother, David.
Steele, Katharine (Liz): Likes her fortitude and grace. Hopes to see her return to the society.
Tessington, Alethea (Liz): Has met her a couple of time. Daphne's friend.


~ Love Interests ~


~ Enemies/Rivals ~
Moncrieff, Oscar (Aida): Former love interest. Considers him quite undetermined and weak-willed. Will not bother interacting with him.
Peltenham, Liselle (Lou): Met her during charity events. Jane finds her rather proud and too controlling.



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Last Update: 28th July 2009

[Jane Middleton (Aida)]

Chronological RP History



~ April 8th ~

Another early comer - Charity Pritchard, Arthur Dalrymple, Thomas Sterne - Theatre Royal Drury Lane, The Foyer - Evening - Jane meets Lord Linley and Miss Pritchard while going to fetch her brother. (as an NPC)

Nocturnal Notes - Thomas Sterne - Theatre Royal Drury Lane, The Foyer - Prior to the Play - Jane and family in their gallery, waiting for the play to begin. (as an NPC)


~ April 9th ~

The Destined Revelation - Violet Edgerton, Thomas Sterne - Bond Street - Early Morning - While shopping with her friends, Jane runs into her brother who is accompanied by a young lady without a chaperone. (as an NPC)

An Engaging Matter - Violet Edgerton, Thomas Sterne - 31 Curzon Street - Late Evening - Jane visits Lady Northumberland in order to make a decision about Miss Edgerton and Captain Sterne. Later on she persuades her that their marriage is a good idea, since otherwise they might create a scandal. (as an NPC)


~ April 10th ~

Ti ricordi? (Do you remember?) - Thomas Sterne, George Hackett - Almack's Assembly Rooms - Evening - Jane meets Lord Selwyn and is quite impressed by the gentleman. (as an NPC)

Second Dance - Selina - Selina Clare, Thomas Sterne - Almack's Assembly Rooms - Evening - Jane meets Mrs. Clare, however she doesn't get a chance to speak with her. (as an NPC)

Humble beginnings - fifth dance - David Sinclair - Almack's Assembly Rooms - Evening - Jane dances with her good friend, Lord Foxleigh.

Seventh Dance - Susannah - Nicholas Gosling - Almack's Assembly Rooms - Evening - Jane dances with Lord Leighton, and is informed that he is looking for a new wife. She tries to think of suitable brides, and they decide to visit Tattersall's on Thursday.


~ April 11th ~

Teatime Manners - Daphne Werlington, Selina Clare, Claudia Morton, Eleanor Clare - Beaumont House - Afternoon - After having lunch together, Lady Worth and Jane attend Lady Beaumont's tea party, (to be continued...)

Welcome to My Society - Claudia Morton, Katharine Steele, Phillip Vaudrey - Hyde Park - Afternoon - Claudia and Jane head to the Park after the tea party. They meet Lady Carrington and later on Sir Phillip Vaudrey... (to be continued...)



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Last Update: 28th July 2009