I have no wish of denying that I did everything in my power to separate my friend from your sister, or that I rejoice in my success. Towards him I have been kinder than towards myself.
– Jane Austen
Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 34. Darcy stands by his decision to break up Mr. Bingley and Jane, admitting to Elizabeth that he did everything he could to achieve this. He appears proud of his success in splitting them up.