1 00:00:20,125 --> 00:00:22,335 [Lady Whistledown] A march down the aisle 2 00:00:22,418 --> 00:00:24,754 may very well be the longest walk 3 00:00:24,838 --> 00:00:26,589 any young lady ever takes. 4 00:00:27,966 --> 00:00:31,010 It does not simply cover the length of the church, 5 00:00:31,094 --> 00:00:35,223 but rather, countless floors for dancing, 6 00:00:35,306 --> 00:00:39,853 and meandering paths for every afternoon promenade too. 7 00:00:41,437 --> 00:00:45,024 It is a wonder, then, that feet do not tire 8 00:00:45,108 --> 00:00:47,652 or, heaven forbid, trip 9 00:00:47,735 --> 00:00:51,823 under the scrutiny of all those attentive eyes 10 00:00:51,906 --> 00:00:54,701 keeping close watch, indeed. 11 00:01:00,290 --> 00:01:01,374 Does it fly? 12 00:01:01,457 --> 00:01:03,501 Uh, some, Your Majesty. 13 00:01:03,585 --> 00:01:05,086 What kind of answer is "some"? 14 00:01:05,170 --> 00:01:07,338 [man] Well, it does not soar, but if you like, 15 00:01:07,422 --> 00:01:10,925 I can place it on a high perch and allow it to glide down. 16 00:01:11,009 --> 00:01:12,677 Only if you follow its path. 17 00:01:18,600 --> 00:01:20,351 The fireworks are ready, Your Majesty. 18 00:01:20,435 --> 00:01:24,147 Timed perfectly to discharge directly after the bride and groom utter, "I do." 19 00:01:24,230 --> 00:01:26,733 Whatever you have planned is not good enough, Brimsley. 20 00:01:26,816 --> 00:01:29,694 Make them bigger, longer, brighter. 21 00:01:29,777 --> 00:01:32,655 Our guests must be captivated. 22 00:01:35,992 --> 00:01:40,121 I believe I asked for His Majesty's wing to be closed off today. 23 00:01:40,205 --> 00:01:44,083 I do not wish for anyone to lose their way and end up somewhere… 24 00:01:46,461 --> 00:01:47,378 curious. 25 00:01:47,462 --> 00:01:49,505 Of course, ma'am. Though, you may rest assured 26 00:01:49,589 --> 00:01:52,217 His Majesty appeared in rather good spirits this morning. 27 00:01:53,801 --> 00:01:55,845 And what of our other grand plan? 28 00:01:55,929 --> 00:01:57,388 -Is everything in place? -Indeed. 29 00:01:57,472 --> 00:02:00,516 Every young lady that remains under suspicion of being Lady Whistledown 30 00:02:00,600 --> 00:02:03,269 will have a footman assigned to her, watching her every move. 31 00:02:03,353 --> 00:02:05,104 Simply watching will not be enough. 32 00:02:05,188 --> 00:02:06,856 We must entrap the scribbler. 33 00:02:06,940 --> 00:02:10,485 Perhaps you might put forth false rumors 34 00:02:10,568 --> 00:02:15,240 so that when Whistledown prints them, we will be able to trace the origins. 35 00:02:15,323 --> 00:02:18,868 -An ingenious idea, ma'am. -Yes, that is why I thought of it. 36 00:02:19,410 --> 00:02:21,746 The author thinks she has bested us all 37 00:02:21,829 --> 00:02:24,165 with her illicit spying and reporting. 38 00:02:24,249 --> 00:02:28,962 Well, no one has sharper eyes on the ton than I do. 39 00:02:29,462 --> 00:02:30,380 [sniffs] 40 00:02:39,097 --> 00:02:43,101 [classical rendition of "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" playing] 41 00:02:54,362 --> 00:02:56,614 {\an8}You must calm yourself, Bon. Keep still. 42 00:02:56,698 --> 00:02:58,992 {\an8}[sighs] It is all so strange. 43 00:02:59,075 --> 00:03:00,868 {\an8}I have faced a thousand tomorrows, 44 00:03:00,952 --> 00:03:03,329 but they have all been leading to this one. 45 00:03:03,413 --> 00:03:06,666 Tomorrow is a day you have been preparing for your entire life, dearest. 46 00:03:06,749 --> 00:03:07,917 You are ready. 47 00:03:08,001 --> 00:03:12,297 I believed that to be true. But now that the viscount has hastened things… 48 00:03:12,380 --> 00:03:13,881 Oh, it has caused you doubts? 49 00:03:13,965 --> 00:03:17,051 Bringing the wedding forward is a sign of true feeling, but, 50 00:03:18,428 --> 00:03:20,972 well, it has unnerved me too. 51 00:03:21,055 --> 00:03:23,516 Rest assured, the viscount adores you. 52 00:03:23,599 --> 00:03:25,268 He has devotedly courted you 53 00:03:25,351 --> 00:03:28,396 and made his intentions clear from our first arrival. 54 00:03:29,772 --> 00:03:30,815 [Benedict] Ooh. 55 00:03:32,066 --> 00:03:33,943 [Colin] It is meant to be a sipping spirit. 56 00:03:34,027 --> 00:03:37,071 Have you not heard? The viscount believes in hurrying things along these days. 57 00:03:37,155 --> 00:03:39,449 First the wedding, now his drink. I hope, for Edwina's sake, 58 00:03:39,532 --> 00:03:41,326 the tendency stops before the honeymoon. 59 00:03:41,409 --> 00:03:42,243 [Colin laughs] 60 00:03:42,327 --> 00:03:43,828 Have you always been so vulgar, 61 00:03:43,911 --> 00:03:46,664 or has staring at naked models all day turned your brain to charcoal? 62 00:03:46,748 --> 00:03:48,499 [laughs] Must he choose just one? 63 00:03:48,583 --> 00:03:49,417 [chuckling] 64 00:03:49,500 --> 00:03:52,045 That has always been the privilege of not being the firstborn. 65 00:03:52,128 --> 00:03:55,757 You both get to choose your passions and adventures, 66 00:03:55,840 --> 00:03:58,134 while I, on the other hand, must fulfill my-- 67 00:03:58,217 --> 00:04:00,136 Tell me, dear brother, once you marry, 68 00:04:00,219 --> 00:04:04,265 will your duty finally be fulfilled so you can stop reminding everyone of it? 69 00:04:04,349 --> 00:04:06,976 I believe the reminders are also my duty, so no. 70 00:04:07,060 --> 00:04:11,439 I still wish that when he looks at me, I could be certain that he truly loves me. 71 00:04:11,522 --> 00:04:12,523 [Mary] Oh… 72 00:04:12,607 --> 00:04:15,568 [Edwina] I fear, in fact, that he does not look at me often enough. 73 00:04:17,195 --> 00:04:19,072 [Mary and Kate sigh] 74 00:04:19,155 --> 00:04:22,325 Looks can be powerful, Bon, but also fleeting. 75 00:04:22,408 --> 00:04:25,370 Displays of mere passion, perhaps. Nothing more. 76 00:04:26,037 --> 00:04:28,748 So the viscount feels little passion for me? 77 00:04:28,831 --> 00:04:31,167 [Kate] Of course not. What I mean to say is that 78 00:04:31,250 --> 00:04:33,836 true love is something else entirely. 79 00:04:33,920 --> 00:04:36,672 It is when the rest of the world goes quiet. 80 00:04:36,756 --> 00:04:40,551 It is not eyes that meet but souls that dance. 81 00:04:41,552 --> 00:04:43,012 Settle into each other. 82 00:04:43,888 --> 00:04:45,556 Make room for each other 83 00:04:46,349 --> 00:04:48,810 until there is nowhere else to hide. 84 00:04:48,893 --> 00:04:50,186 No need to worry. 85 00:04:50,269 --> 00:04:51,979 Much will remain the same, 86 00:04:52,063 --> 00:04:55,858 apart from the fact that I shall finally have my viscountess, as is required. 87 00:04:55,942 --> 00:04:58,528 [Benedict sighs] Indeed. Not much shall change at all. 88 00:04:58,611 --> 00:05:01,447 Though, soon enough, we will have a tiny Anthony to contend with, 89 00:05:01,531 --> 00:05:04,784 running around, declaring all of his tiny duties too, no doubt. 90 00:05:04,867 --> 00:05:06,702 Yes, he too shall be a tyrant. 91 00:05:06,786 --> 00:05:08,204 Is it not also said, 92 00:05:08,830 --> 00:05:10,957 when spread on an unmarried person, 93 00:05:11,040 --> 00:05:13,042 haldi will help them find a worthy partner 94 00:05:13,126 --> 00:05:15,336 that makes the rest of the world quiet too? 95 00:05:15,420 --> 00:05:16,963 -Edwina-- -Now, now. 96 00:05:17,046 --> 00:05:18,840 It is your turn to hold still. 97 00:05:20,383 --> 00:05:21,884 [chuckling softly] 98 00:05:25,471 --> 00:05:26,431 [Benedict] A toast! 99 00:05:27,265 --> 00:05:29,434 What is it we are drinking to if not the future? 100 00:05:29,517 --> 00:05:31,102 [Benedict] To, well, 101 00:05:32,061 --> 00:05:33,229 the sister. 102 00:05:33,312 --> 00:05:35,440 -The sister? -[Benedict] The gatekeeper. 103 00:05:35,940 --> 00:05:38,317 I do wonder whether this blessing would be greater 104 00:05:38,401 --> 00:05:40,736 if the viscount were here to participate as well. 105 00:05:40,820 --> 00:05:44,615 Oh, I am certain Lord Bridgerton has his own wedding traditions to perform. 106 00:05:44,699 --> 00:05:46,242 -To besting her. -Hear! Hear! 107 00:05:46,325 --> 00:05:49,704 You do love gloating about your victories, do you not, Brother? 108 00:05:50,830 --> 00:05:52,790 [laughing] 109 00:05:56,002 --> 00:05:57,003 [Colin] Mmm. 110 00:05:59,088 --> 00:06:01,090 [coughing, laughing] 111 00:06:09,515 --> 00:06:13,686 My word, Prudence. Stand up straight. Chin up. Chest out. 112 00:06:14,854 --> 00:06:17,023 However am I meant to stand like this all day? 113 00:06:17,106 --> 00:06:18,608 Just stop your fidgeting. 114 00:06:21,152 --> 00:06:23,654 Lord Featherington has so graciously allowed you to borrow 115 00:06:23,738 --> 00:06:26,574 this beautiful necklace for the occasion. 116 00:06:26,657 --> 00:06:28,784 It is very heavy. 117 00:06:28,868 --> 00:06:31,954 That means it's very valuable. Remember that. 118 00:06:32,955 --> 00:06:34,749 You are certain about this? 119 00:06:34,832 --> 00:06:37,460 The young lady quite naturally draws attention to herself. 120 00:06:37,543 --> 00:06:40,338 She will get people speaking of the very valuable jewelry 121 00:06:40,421 --> 00:06:42,089 that came directly from your mines. 122 00:06:42,173 --> 00:06:44,258 I will, of course, confirm that you are rather quiet 123 00:06:44,342 --> 00:06:46,761 about how well your business is doing, out of modesty. 124 00:06:46,844 --> 00:06:50,264 And when the husbands come to you, you agree to the arrangements. 125 00:06:50,348 --> 00:06:53,392 Your confidence is admirable, I concede. 126 00:06:53,476 --> 00:06:55,311 Would you prefer I cower? 127 00:06:55,394 --> 00:06:56,562 Oh, I did not say that. 128 00:06:56,646 --> 00:06:59,732 I cannot help but enjoy a lady who seizes control. 129 00:07:00,691 --> 00:07:02,610 [Varley coughing] 130 00:07:02,693 --> 00:07:03,778 Pardon me, madam. 131 00:07:03,861 --> 00:07:05,279 Yes, well. [chuckles] 132 00:07:05,780 --> 00:07:07,365 I shall meet you in the carriage. 133 00:07:07,448 --> 00:07:08,407 Prudence. 134 00:07:21,504 --> 00:07:25,550 Mademoiselle Penelope, I have made the alterations you requested. 135 00:07:25,633 --> 00:07:27,468 Thank you, Madame Delacroix. 136 00:07:27,552 --> 00:07:30,137 It is a great risk for me to meet you here. 137 00:07:30,221 --> 00:07:33,849 Your mama will certainly know you do not have a dress in need of repair. 138 00:07:33,933 --> 00:07:35,601 This could not wait any longer. 139 00:07:35,685 --> 00:07:38,062 What do you know of that apprentice who works for our printer? 140 00:07:38,145 --> 00:07:40,022 A Mr. Theo Sharpe, I believe. 141 00:07:40,106 --> 00:07:42,441 Well, if you know his name, you know much more than I do. 142 00:07:42,525 --> 00:07:44,652 Have any of our delivery boys mentioned him? 143 00:07:45,486 --> 00:07:50,700 Is there something more serious you wish to tell me about our little… undertaking? 144 00:07:51,450 --> 00:07:55,037 Because if there's trouble on the horizon, I cannot be associated. 145 00:07:55,121 --> 00:07:58,040 -My business is too important-- -As is mine. 146 00:07:58,124 --> 00:08:00,209 And no, there is nothing to worry about, I assure you. 147 00:08:00,293 --> 00:08:01,627 Madame Delacroix? 148 00:08:01,711 --> 00:08:03,379 I was not expecting you. 149 00:08:03,462 --> 00:08:06,966 -If this is about our bill-- -Ah, no, madame. [chuckles] 150 00:08:07,049 --> 00:08:10,303 I was just saying I seem to have lost my head. 151 00:08:10,386 --> 00:08:13,723 This delivery is for the Bridgertons, you see. [chuckles] 152 00:08:13,806 --> 00:08:16,517 I came here by mistake. Good day. 153 00:08:19,937 --> 00:08:23,691 Can you imagine? A woman reduced to running her own business. 154 00:08:23,774 --> 00:08:27,945 No wonder her mind is so scattered. Make haste. We can't be late. 155 00:08:29,947 --> 00:08:30,990 [sighs softly] 156 00:08:39,457 --> 00:08:41,834 Didi? What are those? 157 00:08:43,085 --> 00:08:45,046 I brought them with us from home. 158 00:08:45,713 --> 00:08:47,882 I knew this season would be a success. 159 00:08:47,965 --> 00:08:51,093 They are quite beautiful. How have I never seen them before? 160 00:08:51,177 --> 00:08:52,511 They belonged to my mother. 161 00:08:52,595 --> 00:08:55,806 Amma wore them on her wedding day and saved them. 162 00:08:55,890 --> 00:08:56,724 For you? 163 00:08:56,807 --> 00:08:58,434 I brought them for you. 164 00:08:59,018 --> 00:09:00,269 I insist. 165 00:09:00,353 --> 00:09:04,190 -Beautiful bangles for a beautiful bride. -[Edwina sighs] 166 00:09:04,273 --> 00:09:05,483 [Edwina chuckles softly] 167 00:09:06,025 --> 00:09:09,236 Oh, Didi. I know this has been a difficult time, 168 00:09:09,320 --> 00:09:13,824 and you never much cared for the viscount, but I hope today we may all find joy. 169 00:09:13,908 --> 00:09:15,743 I am happy if you are happy. 170 00:09:19,538 --> 00:09:20,414 [exhales] 171 00:09:22,625 --> 00:09:25,211 -He has taken my ribbon! -I have done you a service. 172 00:09:25,294 --> 00:09:29,090 Do not chase each other. Or, well, perhaps do not catch each other. 173 00:09:29,173 --> 00:09:31,467 You must look presentable. 174 00:09:31,550 --> 00:09:34,261 Why does no one truly seem ready for this wedding? 175 00:09:34,345 --> 00:09:36,013 -Mrs. Wilson! -Oh, Mother. 176 00:09:36,097 --> 00:09:37,556 Please, not so loud. 177 00:09:37,640 --> 00:09:40,309 Whatever you have done to your brother, undo it. 178 00:09:40,393 --> 00:09:41,435 [whistles] 179 00:09:42,186 --> 00:09:44,480 I may never reach your capacity for drink, Brother. 180 00:09:44,563 --> 00:09:45,523 It's a simple remedy. 181 00:09:45,606 --> 00:09:48,484 If you continue to drink, there can be no after-effects. 182 00:09:48,567 --> 00:09:50,653 If only you would use your powers for good. 183 00:09:50,736 --> 00:09:52,238 Has anyone seen Anthony? 184 00:09:53,239 --> 00:09:54,615 Benedict, see that he is well. 185 00:09:54,699 --> 00:09:57,535 I am sure the emotions of the day have somewhat confused him. 186 00:09:58,160 --> 00:09:58,994 Mother. 187 00:10:00,746 --> 00:10:01,706 Anthony. 188 00:10:02,707 --> 00:10:03,708 You are ready? 189 00:10:03,791 --> 00:10:06,252 Of course I am. Born ready, in fact. 190 00:10:07,211 --> 00:10:08,087 Shall we? 191 00:10:08,170 --> 00:10:10,172 [rousing classical music plays] 192 00:10:23,310 --> 00:10:25,312 [indistinct chatter] 193 00:10:33,988 --> 00:10:35,573 [soft melody playing] 194 00:10:44,331 --> 00:10:45,458 Lady Danbury. 195 00:10:47,334 --> 00:10:48,669 Lady Bridgerton. 196 00:10:49,545 --> 00:10:53,883 It seems the two of us have not spoken since our dinner with the Sheffields. Ha. 197 00:10:53,966 --> 00:10:57,261 Yes, it seems so. Though why would we? 198 00:10:57,344 --> 00:10:59,847 It is not as if you have even more private information 199 00:10:59,930 --> 00:11:02,725 you wish at last to share with me, do you? 200 00:11:03,559 --> 00:11:06,061 -You must know-- -Enjoy the wedding, Lady Danbury. 201 00:11:10,065 --> 00:11:12,818 It is a wonder I have found the two of you in the midst 202 00:11:12,902 --> 00:11:14,612 of all this opulence, is it not? 203 00:11:14,695 --> 00:11:17,114 Quite. Her Majesty's fondness for the diamond exceeds 204 00:11:17,198 --> 00:11:19,074 even what Lady Whistledown suggests. 205 00:11:19,158 --> 00:11:21,952 Daphne's wedding was not nearly as extraordinary, and she married a duke. 206 00:11:22,036 --> 00:11:24,038 Perhaps the queen requires our attention in new ways. 207 00:11:24,121 --> 00:11:26,457 The weight of the Crown is quite heavy. 208 00:11:26,540 --> 00:11:29,752 Perhaps she seeks to prove herself still significant and equal to the task. 209 00:11:29,835 --> 00:11:32,463 -Is that not the plight of all mankind? -I believe it is. 210 00:11:32,546 --> 00:11:34,381 Do not indulge him. He has been insufferable 211 00:11:34,465 --> 00:11:35,633 since returning from Greece. 212 00:11:35,716 --> 00:11:37,593 Or was it your visit with Lady Crane? 213 00:11:37,676 --> 00:11:39,720 The cause does not matter nearly as much as the truth. 214 00:11:39,804 --> 00:11:43,641 One must make a name for oneself if this life is to mean anything at all. 215 00:11:43,724 --> 00:11:44,683 A noble pursuit. 216 00:11:44,767 --> 00:11:45,893 Thank you, Pen. 217 00:11:45,976 --> 00:11:48,062 It is surprising that you and Eloise 218 00:11:48,145 --> 00:11:50,731 remain so familiar when you could not be less alike. 219 00:11:50,815 --> 00:11:51,941 What can you mean? 220 00:11:52,024 --> 00:11:54,109 Well, you have sense. 221 00:11:54,652 --> 00:11:55,653 [both chuckle] 222 00:11:56,529 --> 00:11:59,615 It is a fool's errand to try to make an impression on those in good society 223 00:11:59,698 --> 00:12:01,659 who have not a single original thought. 224 00:12:01,742 --> 00:12:03,744 And what good is it anyway to make a name for oneself 225 00:12:03,828 --> 00:12:05,538 if it is only to be written on dance cards? 226 00:12:05,621 --> 00:12:08,123 What of Lady Whistledown? She speaks of everyone without remorse. 227 00:12:08,207 --> 00:12:09,917 No. No, she does not speak of all. 228 00:12:10,584 --> 00:12:11,877 Perhaps she simply does not know 229 00:12:11,961 --> 00:12:14,672 that there are some beyond the ton worthy of attention too. 230 00:12:14,755 --> 00:12:16,674 Are you speaking of Mr. Sharpe again, El? 231 00:12:16,757 --> 00:12:18,551 [scoffs] I have heeded your warnings. 232 00:12:19,176 --> 00:12:20,177 Theoretically. 233 00:12:21,637 --> 00:12:23,514 It'd be foolish of me to continue to visit him. 234 00:12:23,597 --> 00:12:25,224 And what in actuality? 235 00:12:25,850 --> 00:12:26,725 [scoffs] 236 00:12:27,476 --> 00:12:28,644 I visited him the other day. 237 00:12:28,727 --> 00:12:31,063 But it's not nearly as scandalous as you make it out to be. 238 00:12:31,146 --> 00:12:34,066 -It's only his thoughts I'm interested in. -It is a friendship, then? 239 00:12:34,149 --> 00:12:36,861 [chuckling] Of course. What else could it be? 240 00:12:51,542 --> 00:12:53,085 -Sister. -You are late. 241 00:12:53,168 --> 00:12:55,880 Well, in truth, I was delayed by doubts 242 00:12:55,963 --> 00:12:59,341 about whether the festivities of this day might or might not take place. 243 00:12:59,425 --> 00:13:01,719 [gasps] Does the duchess not care for your bride, Brother? 244 00:13:01,802 --> 00:13:05,014 I find Miss Edwina to be quite lovely and deserving of the truth, 245 00:13:05,097 --> 00:13:06,515 which we must not deny her. 246 00:13:06,599 --> 00:13:07,683 [Benedict chuckles] 247 00:13:08,934 --> 00:13:11,729 I'm confused. Who is denying what to whom? 248 00:13:11,812 --> 00:13:14,899 Benedict, you must excuse us. It seems the duchess has opinions. 249 00:13:14,982 --> 00:13:17,568 -But I wish to know-- -The best man listens to the groom. Go. 250 00:13:17,651 --> 00:13:18,652 [sighs] 251 00:13:22,656 --> 00:13:23,741 [clatters] 252 00:13:31,916 --> 00:13:34,585 [Anthony breathes deeply] 253 00:13:35,502 --> 00:13:37,796 I've gone too far down this road to turn back now, Daph. 254 00:13:38,422 --> 00:13:41,008 Miss Edwina will be ruined if we do not marry, 255 00:13:41,091 --> 00:13:43,218 and our family will suffer equal scandal. 256 00:13:45,512 --> 00:13:47,097 This was always the plan. 257 00:13:47,932 --> 00:13:49,224 And what of the sister? 258 00:13:50,768 --> 00:13:55,272 She has made her own plans for the future. Plans which do not include me. 259 00:13:55,940 --> 00:13:58,442 We have decided there is nothing more between us. 260 00:13:58,525 --> 00:13:59,526 There cannot be. 261 00:14:11,789 --> 00:14:14,875 Do you ever wonder what Father might say on a day such as this? 262 00:14:17,419 --> 00:14:19,838 He was the only one you ever truly respected. 263 00:14:21,173 --> 00:14:23,509 [chuckling] The only one you ever listened to. 264 00:14:24,134 --> 00:14:26,136 -[chuckles lightly] -[Anthony sighs] 265 00:14:27,054 --> 00:14:29,431 -If Papa was still here-- -You cannot know what he would say. 266 00:14:29,515 --> 00:14:31,558 Father had different words for me than he did for you. 267 00:14:31,642 --> 00:14:34,478 So please do not insult me with your baseless conjecture. 268 00:14:36,146 --> 00:14:37,648 I have been here. 269 00:14:38,315 --> 00:14:40,859 And I have seen you at all stages. 270 00:14:41,360 --> 00:14:43,696 I witnessed you change the day he died. 271 00:14:43,779 --> 00:14:46,115 Do you know you did not even weep once? 272 00:14:46,615 --> 00:14:49,201 And you stopped laughing, altogether, in fact. 273 00:14:49,868 --> 00:14:52,871 It was as though you had become an entirely different person, 274 00:14:52,955 --> 00:14:55,749 consumed by the expectations of others. 275 00:14:55,833 --> 00:14:57,209 And what choice did I have? 276 00:14:58,210 --> 00:15:01,380 I changed so that our family might survive, 277 00:15:01,463 --> 00:15:03,716 so that you could be respectable enough to marry a duke. 278 00:15:03,799 --> 00:15:06,802 I am happy for you, Sister, but I'm not like you. 279 00:15:06,885 --> 00:15:10,472 I have never wished to succumb to the blind delight of being in love. 280 00:15:10,556 --> 00:15:12,016 I cannot so indulge myself. 281 00:15:12,099 --> 00:15:14,184 You can choose to be happy. 282 00:15:16,145 --> 00:15:18,147 To follow the desires of your heart 283 00:15:18,230 --> 00:15:22,693 instead of pushing away any feeling that comes to the surface. 284 00:15:23,277 --> 00:15:26,155 It should not be a luxury, but a right to choose, 285 00:15:26,238 --> 00:15:28,490 to fight for the family that you want. 286 00:15:28,574 --> 00:15:29,533 I fight… 287 00:15:29,616 --> 00:15:30,492 [exhales] 288 00:15:30,576 --> 00:15:32,202 …for the family that I have. 289 00:15:32,995 --> 00:15:33,996 You'll never understand. 290 00:15:34,079 --> 00:15:35,706 You were born to marry into another family. 291 00:15:35,789 --> 00:15:37,499 I was born to carry on the Bridgerton name. 292 00:15:37,583 --> 00:15:39,293 That is what outweighs anything else. 293 00:15:40,210 --> 00:15:42,004 It is rather easy to be selfish 294 00:15:42,087 --> 00:15:45,340 when you have no one else to whom you must answer. 295 00:15:46,884 --> 00:15:48,218 [exhales deeply] 296 00:15:50,262 --> 00:15:51,764 I mourn for you, Brother. 297 00:15:53,515 --> 00:15:55,684 All of these decisions that you seem to make 298 00:15:55,768 --> 00:15:57,144 and then resent us for. 299 00:15:57,978 --> 00:16:00,606 Though they do not make you worthy of your family's respect. 300 00:16:00,689 --> 00:16:02,441 They simply make us pity you. 301 00:16:03,650 --> 00:16:04,568 Nothing more. 302 00:16:07,529 --> 00:16:09,531 [somber classical music plays] 303 00:16:12,326 --> 00:16:13,368 [Anthony exhales] 304 00:16:21,168 --> 00:16:22,669 -[Mary] Thank you. -Mm-hmm. 305 00:16:26,090 --> 00:16:27,257 [Mary gasps softly] 306 00:16:28,133 --> 00:16:29,259 My word. 307 00:16:31,386 --> 00:16:33,514 You look so beautiful, my darling. 308 00:16:34,473 --> 00:16:35,557 [chuckles lightly] 309 00:16:50,197 --> 00:16:51,156 Didi? 310 00:16:51,240 --> 00:16:52,366 Yes, Bon? 311 00:16:53,492 --> 00:16:55,035 I cannot wear them. 312 00:16:55,119 --> 00:16:57,621 They do not belong to me, and I do not want to feel 313 00:16:57,704 --> 00:17:00,165 as though I am taking what is rightfully yours. 314 00:17:00,249 --> 00:17:01,834 They were meant for you. 315 00:17:02,543 --> 00:17:04,336 You should be the one to wear them. 316 00:17:10,425 --> 00:17:11,802 [Edwina chuckles softly] 317 00:17:11,885 --> 00:17:13,262 They suit you, Kate. 318 00:17:13,887 --> 00:17:14,888 [chuckles softly] 319 00:17:15,973 --> 00:17:16,890 [door opens] 320 00:17:17,474 --> 00:17:18,892 It is time, my lady. 321 00:17:19,434 --> 00:17:20,394 [both exhale] 322 00:17:20,477 --> 00:17:22,104 Come. [sighing] 323 00:17:22,187 --> 00:17:26,108 Let us put all of the nasty gossip behind us for once and for all. 324 00:17:26,191 --> 00:17:29,194 Let us give the ton a wedding to remember, 325 00:17:29,278 --> 00:17:31,655 and show them who we truly are. 326 00:17:33,240 --> 00:17:34,908 [sighs, chuckles lightly] 327 00:17:34,992 --> 00:17:38,996 [classical rendition of "Sign of the Times" playing] 328 00:19:14,633 --> 00:19:16,426 [classical music builds] 329 00:19:58,802 --> 00:19:59,636 [music ends] 330 00:19:59,720 --> 00:20:01,513 Miss Edwina, you look lovely. 331 00:20:01,596 --> 00:20:04,391 Thank you, my lord. I am happy you are pleased. 332 00:20:04,891 --> 00:20:06,727 [Archbishop] Please be seated. 333 00:20:09,521 --> 00:20:10,814 Dearly beloved, 334 00:20:11,481 --> 00:20:14,651 we are gathered together here in the sight of God, 335 00:20:14,735 --> 00:20:17,154 and in the face of this congregation, 336 00:20:17,237 --> 00:20:20,615 to join together this man and this woman 337 00:20:21,908 --> 00:20:23,327 in holy matrimony. 338 00:20:24,161 --> 00:20:27,080 And therefore, it is not by any to be enterprised, 339 00:20:27,164 --> 00:20:31,752 nor taken in hand, unadvisedly, lightly, and wantonly, 340 00:20:31,835 --> 00:20:36,006 to satisfy men's carnal lusts and appetites, 341 00:20:36,089 --> 00:20:39,217 like brute beasts that have no understanding… 342 00:20:40,135 --> 00:20:45,223 [Archbishop fading] …but reverently, discreetly, advisedly… 343 00:20:45,307 --> 00:20:49,311 -[somber classical music plays] -[Archbishop continues indistinctly] 344 00:21:08,789 --> 00:21:10,248 [Archbishop, faintly] My lord. 345 00:21:12,125 --> 00:21:13,043 My lord. 346 00:21:16,630 --> 00:21:19,091 [guest lightly coughing] 347 00:21:32,729 --> 00:21:35,690 [Edwina] The archbishop would like you to repeat, my lord, 348 00:21:36,525 --> 00:21:37,401 after him. 349 00:21:37,484 --> 00:21:38,443 Yes, of course. 350 00:21:41,863 --> 00:21:44,116 I, Lord Anthony Bridgerton… 351 00:21:52,249 --> 00:21:53,125 Allow me. 352 00:21:57,129 --> 00:21:59,464 [slow classical music plays] 353 00:21:59,548 --> 00:22:01,216 [heartbeats pulsing] 354 00:22:06,638 --> 00:22:08,890 [musical tempo quickens] 355 00:22:12,727 --> 00:22:13,895 Might I continue? 356 00:22:13,979 --> 00:22:16,106 -[Anthony] My apologies. -[Kate] My apologies. 357 00:22:16,189 --> 00:22:17,816 [Edwina breathes heavily] 358 00:22:17,899 --> 00:22:20,861 Viscount, repeat after me. 359 00:22:20,944 --> 00:22:22,737 I… [gasping softly] 360 00:22:26,992 --> 00:22:28,160 Miss Edwina, are you-- 361 00:22:28,243 --> 00:22:29,870 [shouts] I need a moment! 362 00:22:33,957 --> 00:22:36,501 -[Edwina gasping] -[guests murmuring] 363 00:22:51,808 --> 00:22:55,520 -What has happened to my wedding? -The bride seems to have run away, ma'am. 364 00:22:58,231 --> 00:23:00,400 -[fireworks popping] -[gasping] 365 00:23:00,484 --> 00:23:01,818 [whistling and popping] 366 00:23:08,950 --> 00:23:11,995 [Mary] Breathe, Edwina. It is just nerves. 367 00:23:12,078 --> 00:23:14,581 We will call for tea, and once you have something in your stomach, 368 00:23:14,664 --> 00:23:16,541 you will be strong enough to go back out there. 369 00:23:16,625 --> 00:23:18,919 The viscount-- The viscount will understand, yes, Kate? 370 00:23:19,920 --> 00:23:23,340 -Kate, perhaps you might find that tea-- -It is not tea that I want! 371 00:23:24,966 --> 00:23:27,177 [shakily] What I want is the truth. 372 00:23:27,260 --> 00:23:28,720 [panting] Oh. 373 00:23:29,221 --> 00:23:32,057 -Suddenly, your words fail you, Sister? -Edwina. Kate. 374 00:23:32,140 --> 00:23:35,018 -I am not sure what is going on. -I shall tell you what is going on, Mama. 375 00:23:35,101 --> 00:23:37,020 After a lifetime of filling my head with nonsense, 376 00:23:37,103 --> 00:23:40,023 of all this talk of great, gallant notions and looks between lovers-- 377 00:23:40,106 --> 00:23:42,567 -Edwina-- -You have feelings for him! 378 00:23:43,193 --> 00:23:45,654 All this time, you wanted him for yourself. 379 00:23:45,737 --> 00:23:48,740 -No, that is not true. -Oh, you cannot deny it now, Kate. 380 00:23:49,699 --> 00:23:54,538 How could I have been such a fool? You lied to me again and again. 381 00:23:54,621 --> 00:23:56,206 [panting] You told-- 382 00:23:56,289 --> 00:23:57,332 You told me. 383 00:23:57,999 --> 00:24:00,669 You told me we had put all secrets to rest, but no. 384 00:24:01,294 --> 00:24:05,131 The Sheffield inheritance, that was merely the beginning of your deception. 385 00:24:05,966 --> 00:24:10,845 [crying] I fooled myself into believing you had only the purest of intentions, 386 00:24:11,596 --> 00:24:14,432 that your only desire was for me to be happy. 387 00:24:14,516 --> 00:24:17,811 And you are no one's fool. That is the truth. 388 00:24:19,312 --> 00:24:20,146 Do you love him? 389 00:24:20,230 --> 00:24:21,481 What? 390 00:24:21,565 --> 00:24:24,234 [Edwina] You told me you hated him. 391 00:24:24,818 --> 00:24:27,153 But that only meant your feelings… 392 00:24:28,029 --> 00:24:29,531 your feelings were strong. 393 00:24:31,741 --> 00:24:33,326 Do you love him? 394 00:24:38,582 --> 00:24:39,874 Edwina, I-- 395 00:24:42,752 --> 00:24:44,004 That is enough. 396 00:24:44,629 --> 00:24:46,548 No good can come from this at present. 397 00:24:46,631 --> 00:24:47,465 [Edwina sobbing] 398 00:24:47,549 --> 00:24:50,510 [Mary] Let us all take a moment to calm ourselves, shall we? 399 00:24:51,886 --> 00:24:54,848 You have kept so very much from me. 400 00:24:55,599 --> 00:24:58,184 Go. Anywhere else, Kate. 401 00:24:59,227 --> 00:25:00,895 [Edwina continues sobbing] 402 00:25:00,979 --> 00:25:01,980 [Mary sighs] 403 00:25:02,063 --> 00:25:04,399 [uptempo classical music plays] 404 00:25:06,860 --> 00:25:07,819 [exhales sharply] 405 00:25:10,280 --> 00:25:11,406 [exhales] 406 00:25:19,581 --> 00:25:20,707 [inhales sharply] 407 00:25:28,840 --> 00:25:29,966 [bangle clattering] 408 00:25:31,259 --> 00:25:32,427 [clattering] 409 00:25:36,056 --> 00:25:37,557 [sighs deeply] 410 00:25:44,648 --> 00:25:46,524 Does this have anything to do with our dinner 411 00:25:46,608 --> 00:25:48,234 with the Sheffields the other evening? 412 00:25:48,318 --> 00:25:50,528 Or perhaps some even greater issue has come to pass 413 00:25:50,612 --> 00:25:51,988 that we must discuss, Anthony? 414 00:25:52,072 --> 00:25:54,741 Miss Edwina is merely agitated. She will come to her senses. 415 00:25:54,824 --> 00:25:57,535 [Colin] Miss Edwina does seem to have a delicate constitution. 416 00:25:57,619 --> 00:26:00,205 -Perhaps fresh air will be just the thing. -Flask. 417 00:26:00,288 --> 00:26:03,166 Perhaps the archbishop's talk of lifelong covenants overwhelmed her. 418 00:26:03,249 --> 00:26:05,877 Perhaps she realized that marriage is, in fact, a prison for women. 419 00:26:05,960 --> 00:26:08,546 Ugh. Must you always be so… you? 420 00:26:08,630 --> 00:26:11,383 How else should I be? Married and silent? 421 00:26:11,466 --> 00:26:13,843 Perhaps she decided she must change into a different dress. 422 00:26:13,927 --> 00:26:15,303 Absurd. She looked beautiful. 423 00:26:15,387 --> 00:26:18,306 Perhaps we should allow Anthony a little respite. 424 00:26:19,265 --> 00:26:20,767 Brother, is that what you need? 425 00:26:22,143 --> 00:26:23,687 [inhales deeply] 426 00:26:28,149 --> 00:26:29,150 Precisely. 427 00:26:34,322 --> 00:26:35,156 What? 428 00:26:35,240 --> 00:26:36,991 -You know something. -[Daphne] I do not. 429 00:26:37,075 --> 00:26:39,619 Daphne, you may be a duchess, but you are still my daughter. 430 00:26:39,703 --> 00:26:41,329 Tell me what you know. 431 00:26:49,587 --> 00:26:52,507 A failed wedding with their queen presiding. 432 00:26:53,216 --> 00:26:55,176 As if I needed the embarrassment. 433 00:26:55,260 --> 00:26:57,470 It is not your fault, Your Majesty. 434 00:26:57,554 --> 00:26:59,556 Lady Whistledown will make it so. 435 00:27:00,223 --> 00:27:03,643 "Her Majesty has picked poorly," she will say. 436 00:27:03,727 --> 00:27:07,021 My once immaculate taste now questioned. 437 00:27:07,105 --> 00:27:11,317 Her words carry far too much import for my delicate comfort. 438 00:27:12,152 --> 00:27:14,654 Your Majesty, with all due respect, 439 00:27:14,738 --> 00:27:18,783 we may very well find ourselves in a situation that cannot be salvaged. 440 00:27:18,867 --> 00:27:21,953 -It would be wise-- -Well, it must be salvaged. 441 00:27:22,036 --> 00:27:24,998 You vouched for this family, did you not, Lady Danbury? 442 00:27:26,207 --> 00:27:27,834 I never would have entertained the thought 443 00:27:27,917 --> 00:27:31,838 of making Miss Edwina my diamond, let alone arranging this elaborate affair, 444 00:27:31,921 --> 00:27:33,673 if it was not for you. 445 00:27:34,340 --> 00:27:37,343 This is as much your blunder as anyone else's. 446 00:27:37,427 --> 00:27:39,596 You must not forget that. 447 00:27:39,679 --> 00:27:41,681 Indeed, I will not. 448 00:27:43,641 --> 00:27:44,642 [sighs] 449 00:27:45,435 --> 00:27:48,688 Perhaps I may go and find Miss Edwina. 450 00:27:49,522 --> 00:27:52,025 Perhaps there is something I can do. 451 00:27:53,818 --> 00:27:54,652 Brimsley. 452 00:27:55,653 --> 00:27:58,823 Escort the guests to the gardens and do not allow anyone to leave. 453 00:27:58,907 --> 00:28:03,536 The nuptials shall resume shortly, and we shall proceed with our plans. 454 00:28:04,120 --> 00:28:05,163 All of them. 455 00:28:06,664 --> 00:28:09,000 [pleasant classical music plays] 456 00:28:11,002 --> 00:28:12,462 [indistinct chatter] 457 00:28:26,726 --> 00:28:29,729 I heard Miss Edwina has not eaten a morsel since the engagement 458 00:28:29,813 --> 00:28:31,314 in order to fit into her dress. 459 00:28:31,397 --> 00:28:33,066 It's no wonder she's been taken ill. 460 00:28:33,149 --> 00:28:36,444 I hear the royal physician has brought in leeches to hasten her recovery. 461 00:28:36,528 --> 00:28:38,029 Can you imagine? 462 00:28:38,112 --> 00:28:39,948 Rather embarrassing for Lord Bridgerton. 463 00:28:40,031 --> 00:28:41,866 And yet far more worrying for us. 464 00:28:41,950 --> 00:28:43,701 What guarantee do the rest of us have 465 00:28:43,785 --> 00:28:46,454 that these other young ladies will not follow the lead of the chit? 466 00:28:46,538 --> 00:28:48,373 Jilting their grooms left and right. 467 00:28:50,917 --> 00:28:53,461 A rather fortuitous turn of events, my lord. 468 00:28:53,545 --> 00:28:55,672 Nothing makes the ton come alive like a fresh scandal. 469 00:28:55,755 --> 00:28:58,675 All eyes and ears seem to be open for the freshest detail. 470 00:28:58,758 --> 00:29:03,054 I suppose all we must do now is redirect their attention. [chuckles] 471 00:29:04,305 --> 00:29:05,390 Prudence. 472 00:29:07,517 --> 00:29:09,185 Do you wish to insult Lord Featherington 473 00:29:09,269 --> 00:29:12,146 by not showing off this beautiful necklace? 474 00:29:12,230 --> 00:29:15,358 I do not understand why he should care whether I cherish it so. 475 00:29:15,441 --> 00:29:18,027 We are already engaged, and he barely speaks to me. 476 00:29:18,111 --> 00:29:19,821 What sort of engagement is born of silence? 477 00:29:19,904 --> 00:29:23,074 Do as I say, child. Or would you rather be without any prospects, like Penelope? 478 00:29:23,157 --> 00:29:25,410 -Heaven forbid. -Oh… Come on. 479 00:29:28,663 --> 00:29:30,832 I've given much consideration to what you said. 480 00:29:30,915 --> 00:29:32,876 About Mr. Sharpe and his degree of interest. 481 00:29:32,959 --> 00:29:34,961 No. El, I did not intend you to think about that. 482 00:29:35,044 --> 00:29:37,005 You should put him out of your mind. 483 00:29:37,088 --> 00:29:38,172 [Eloise chuckles] 484 00:29:38,715 --> 00:29:40,174 I know it is… [clears throat] 485 00:29:40,258 --> 00:29:43,970 …odd, but I had assumed ours was merely an intellectual bond, 486 00:29:44,053 --> 00:29:47,765 a friendship based in like-minded thought and rigorous conversation. 487 00:29:47,849 --> 00:29:50,435 But what if you are right? What if he feels more? 488 00:29:50,518 --> 00:29:53,855 I never said-- El, do you want him to feel more? 489 00:29:55,899 --> 00:29:57,692 My feelings about his feelings do not matter 490 00:29:57,775 --> 00:29:59,944 if I do not know for a fact what it is he is feeling. 491 00:30:01,779 --> 00:30:03,740 Perhaps you have already gone farther than is wise. 492 00:30:04,532 --> 00:30:06,784 Have you not heard of all the trouble that befell Lady Mary 493 00:30:06,868 --> 00:30:08,411 because she married beneath her station? 494 00:30:08,494 --> 00:30:10,788 No one speaks of marriage, Pen. 495 00:30:10,872 --> 00:30:14,584 I am speaking of… clarity of thought. 496 00:30:14,667 --> 00:30:16,628 -I simply would like to know. -But why? 497 00:30:17,462 --> 00:30:19,213 I can accept certain mysteries. 498 00:30:19,297 --> 00:30:21,341 I may never know how men came to be considered leaders 499 00:30:21,424 --> 00:30:23,384 when women are clearly better suited. 500 00:30:23,468 --> 00:30:26,012 I may never understand why the modiste tortures her own clients 501 00:30:26,095 --> 00:30:27,639 with tight bodices and scratchy fabrics. 502 00:30:27,722 --> 00:30:30,016 I may never even know who is behind Lady Whistledown. 503 00:30:30,099 --> 00:30:31,517 And you could accept such a mystery? 504 00:30:31,601 --> 00:30:35,355 Of course not, but… those are mysteries I may never solve. 505 00:30:35,438 --> 00:30:38,775 This one with Theo-- Mr. Sharpe, I can. 506 00:30:38,858 --> 00:30:41,736 But what good will it do? It is not as though you can act on it. 507 00:30:42,612 --> 00:30:43,655 I suppose 508 00:30:44,238 --> 00:30:46,950 if I know for sure, it will be a relief. 509 00:30:47,033 --> 00:30:51,204 It is the not knowing that makes it feel like… torment. 510 00:30:51,287 --> 00:30:54,207 To turn over in your mind the events of a mere conversation. 511 00:30:54,290 --> 00:30:56,876 To look at all of the evidence and still not be sure. 512 00:30:56,960 --> 00:30:59,379 It is a pleasing, stimulating, 513 00:31:00,046 --> 00:31:02,173 thrilling kind of torment. 514 00:31:03,132 --> 00:31:04,842 -Have you ever felt that way? -No. 515 00:31:04,926 --> 00:31:06,803 I can only imagine such a thing. 516 00:31:07,303 --> 00:31:08,221 [Eloise] Mmm. 517 00:31:12,016 --> 00:31:12,850 [sighs] 518 00:31:12,934 --> 00:31:14,227 [knock at door] 519 00:31:16,980 --> 00:31:18,564 Lord Bridgerton. 520 00:31:18,648 --> 00:31:19,565 Lady Mary. 521 00:31:20,692 --> 00:31:22,235 I was hoping to speak with Miss Edwina. 522 00:31:27,156 --> 00:31:28,157 Of course. 523 00:31:33,287 --> 00:31:34,580 [Edwina] Lord Bridgerton. 524 00:31:39,168 --> 00:31:41,337 I am quite certain this delay is rather 525 00:31:42,171 --> 00:31:43,131 unexpected. 526 00:31:43,214 --> 00:31:44,257 Indeed. 527 00:31:44,340 --> 00:31:48,553 But I must ask if it is, in fact, a delay and nothing more? 528 00:31:53,474 --> 00:31:56,561 I am considering what more there may be regarding our courtship 529 00:31:56,644 --> 00:31:59,397 and those involved with its… interference. 530 00:31:59,480 --> 00:32:01,149 -I know you may think that we-- -Please. 531 00:32:01,733 --> 00:32:05,695 Tell me you did not come here to offer me more lies or half-truths, my lord. 532 00:32:06,446 --> 00:32:07,905 At least offer me that. 533 00:32:11,284 --> 00:32:13,077 I am intent upon this marriage. 534 00:32:13,661 --> 00:32:16,205 The very fact that we have arrived at this day with whatever 535 00:32:16,289 --> 00:32:18,916 interference there might have been should be proof enough. 536 00:32:21,085 --> 00:32:22,128 Indeed. 537 00:32:22,920 --> 00:32:25,840 Yet I still wonder whether it is the marriage 538 00:32:25,923 --> 00:32:28,468 or me that you truly want. 539 00:32:32,722 --> 00:32:33,765 It is both. 540 00:32:35,683 --> 00:32:38,352 Miss Edwina, I have never wavered in my intentions 541 00:32:38,436 --> 00:32:39,937 since the first moment of our meeting. 542 00:32:40,021 --> 00:32:41,856 It was clear to me then, as it is now, 543 00:32:41,939 --> 00:32:44,150 that what we share is greater than all else. 544 00:32:44,233 --> 00:32:46,235 And what is it that you believe we share? 545 00:32:46,319 --> 00:32:47,195 Our places. 546 00:32:48,905 --> 00:32:51,657 Our roles. They align. 547 00:32:51,741 --> 00:32:53,910 I, as the viscount. You, as the diamond. 548 00:32:53,993 --> 00:32:55,787 Neither by our own choice. 549 00:32:57,580 --> 00:33:01,209 We are yoked to each other in that respect. 550 00:33:01,292 --> 00:33:03,211 It is why I never gave up pursuing you, 551 00:33:03,294 --> 00:33:05,713 even when some thought me a fool to continue. 552 00:33:06,297 --> 00:33:10,551 It is why I was not swayed by the insults of the Sheffields or your lack of a dowry. 553 00:33:12,470 --> 00:33:14,680 Because… you love me? 554 00:33:22,939 --> 00:33:24,315 I understand you. 555 00:33:25,942 --> 00:33:27,527 I sympathize with you. 556 00:33:28,611 --> 00:33:30,154 In a certain light, I am you. 557 00:33:30,238 --> 00:33:33,783 We do not have the luxury of choice. We cannot escape our roles. 558 00:33:33,866 --> 00:33:34,742 But married, 559 00:33:36,661 --> 00:33:39,664 we may face these difficulties together. 560 00:33:43,543 --> 00:33:44,919 And what of my sister? 561 00:33:45,586 --> 00:33:48,214 What role will she play between us in the future? 562 00:33:52,301 --> 00:33:56,514 The thorn easily removed from the blossoming flower of our lives. 563 00:33:57,932 --> 00:33:59,934 She shall have no place in our future. 564 00:34:00,643 --> 00:34:03,563 Once we marry, she will return to India, as she wishes. 565 00:34:05,648 --> 00:34:07,358 And you and I will be free of her. 566 00:34:07,441 --> 00:34:09,485 And that is what you now wish? 567 00:34:11,737 --> 00:34:13,072 That is what I now know. 568 00:34:14,699 --> 00:34:17,577 The great distance between us will only bring you and I closer. 569 00:34:17,660 --> 00:34:21,247 But that future is only possible if you decide today… 570 00:34:23,249 --> 00:34:24,208 to marry me. 571 00:34:30,715 --> 00:34:32,925 I have been told what my future will look like 572 00:34:33,009 --> 00:34:35,553 more times than I now wish to admit, my lord. 573 00:34:36,262 --> 00:34:37,763 But I am no fool. 574 00:34:39,015 --> 00:34:40,725 I know the scandal that would ensue 575 00:34:40,808 --> 00:34:43,060 should the two of us fail to see this through now. 576 00:34:44,979 --> 00:34:47,398 But I cannot find that reason enough. 577 00:34:49,483 --> 00:34:50,401 [sniffles] 578 00:34:50,484 --> 00:34:52,570 I require a moment to think. 579 00:34:52,653 --> 00:34:54,405 Of my future, indeed. 580 00:34:54,488 --> 00:34:56,699 But only in the way that I might now imagine it. 581 00:34:56,782 --> 00:34:57,950 You must understand. 582 00:34:59,744 --> 00:35:00,703 Of course. 583 00:35:03,456 --> 00:35:04,624 Of course I do. 584 00:35:20,890 --> 00:35:22,350 [exhales deeply] 585 00:35:23,100 --> 00:35:24,685 [sniffles, sighs] 586 00:35:26,229 --> 00:35:27,939 [sniffles, sighs] 587 00:35:32,276 --> 00:35:33,319 [sniffles] 588 00:35:55,091 --> 00:35:57,093 [breathes deeply] 589 00:36:27,290 --> 00:36:28,582 You cannot be here. 590 00:36:28,666 --> 00:36:30,960 -Miss Sharma-- -This is my place of refuge. 591 00:36:32,336 --> 00:36:33,671 -A closet? -[Kate] Yes. 592 00:36:33,754 --> 00:36:36,507 It may not be grand, but it met my main requirement 593 00:36:36,590 --> 00:36:40,219 when you were not present. So go and leave me in peace. 594 00:36:41,512 --> 00:36:42,471 We must speak. 595 00:36:43,014 --> 00:36:45,725 -Do you realize how improper this is-- -I've just met with Miss Edwina. 596 00:36:46,684 --> 00:36:47,893 [sighs] 597 00:36:48,769 --> 00:36:51,272 She was harsher than I knew her capable of being. 598 00:36:51,939 --> 00:36:53,774 Well, you cannot fault her for that. 599 00:36:54,400 --> 00:36:56,610 I concede I do not know her as well as you do, 600 00:36:56,694 --> 00:36:58,946 but that is why I am coming to you. You must do something. 601 00:36:59,030 --> 00:37:00,781 What would you have me do, my lord? 602 00:37:00,865 --> 00:37:04,577 More plotting and scheming to… get her to comply? 603 00:37:05,077 --> 00:37:09,540 It seems my sister has finally become wise to all of it. 604 00:37:11,083 --> 00:37:13,252 In one way, I should be quite proud. 605 00:37:13,336 --> 00:37:16,339 So you intend simply to cease to help her, 606 00:37:16,422 --> 00:37:18,591 and hide in a closet as she ruins her life? 607 00:37:20,801 --> 00:37:22,595 I have ruined her life. 608 00:37:27,933 --> 00:37:29,018 You should not be here. 609 00:37:30,144 --> 00:37:31,562 [Anthony] Just, just… 610 00:37:31,645 --> 00:37:33,105 [soft music plays] 611 00:37:41,072 --> 00:37:42,031 Wait. 612 00:37:58,381 --> 00:37:59,882 Goodbye, my lord. 613 00:38:03,344 --> 00:38:04,428 [door closes] 614 00:38:09,725 --> 00:38:10,768 [Violet] Lady Danbury. 615 00:38:13,312 --> 00:38:15,439 Whatever are you doing in here? 616 00:38:16,065 --> 00:38:18,901 I assure you, it is for good reason 617 00:38:18,984 --> 00:38:22,488 that I am in here and not out there. 618 00:38:22,571 --> 00:38:26,033 It is unlike you to be off somewhere, hiding. 619 00:38:27,326 --> 00:38:28,160 Well, 620 00:38:28,702 --> 00:38:33,082 we all require a modicum of self-reflection from time to time. 621 00:38:33,624 --> 00:38:35,209 -Do you not think? -Mmm. 622 00:38:39,880 --> 00:38:41,298 Lady Bridgerton. 623 00:38:43,384 --> 00:38:47,054 I must apologize for not sharing 624 00:38:47,805 --> 00:38:50,683 certain information with you. 625 00:38:50,766 --> 00:38:53,727 That business between the Sharmas and the Sheffields, well, 626 00:38:53,811 --> 00:38:57,148 it was not my place, but I certainly 627 00:38:57,231 --> 00:38:58,941 did not wish it to be revealed 628 00:38:59,024 --> 00:39:02,528 as it was at that dinner. 629 00:39:03,487 --> 00:39:06,615 This entire scheme seems to have got out of hand. 630 00:39:06,699 --> 00:39:07,950 Indeed it has. 631 00:39:09,160 --> 00:39:10,661 Daphne has, uh… 632 00:39:10,744 --> 00:39:13,706 Well, she has finally confirmed something 633 00:39:13,789 --> 00:39:16,333 I have been fearing for quite some time. 634 00:39:17,418 --> 00:39:18,252 Ah. 635 00:39:18,335 --> 00:39:21,464 Something I believe you too have observed, no doubt. 636 00:39:26,552 --> 00:39:28,179 Her Majesty 637 00:39:28,262 --> 00:39:31,307 wishes me to repair 638 00:39:31,390 --> 00:39:33,309 today's situation. 639 00:39:34,018 --> 00:39:37,938 And for what may very well be the first time in my life… 640 00:39:40,608 --> 00:39:42,193 I do not know what to do. 641 00:39:42,276 --> 00:39:43,986 [chuckles nervously] 642 00:39:45,237 --> 00:39:46,113 [giggles] 643 00:39:47,156 --> 00:39:49,825 [chuckles quietly] 644 00:39:49,909 --> 00:39:51,911 [both laughing] 645 00:39:57,208 --> 00:39:59,668 [both laughing heartily] 646 00:40:02,755 --> 00:40:04,882 Look! Peacocks! 647 00:40:04,965 --> 00:40:06,967 [Lady Danbury] Dreadful creatures! 648 00:40:07,051 --> 00:40:08,636 They attack, unprovoked. 649 00:40:08,719 --> 00:40:11,764 As if the day could get any more unfortunate. 650 00:40:11,847 --> 00:40:12,681 [both laugh] 651 00:40:12,765 --> 00:40:15,559 You could always tell her that there is nothing to be done. 652 00:40:15,643 --> 00:40:17,937 [laughing] The Queen of England? 653 00:40:18,020 --> 00:40:22,024 I would rather go out there and offer my hand to one of those birds. 654 00:40:22,107 --> 00:40:24,652 -It would be less painful. -[Violet laughing] 655 00:40:27,279 --> 00:40:29,490 [both giggle quietly and sigh] 656 00:40:30,616 --> 00:40:32,034 [both exhale] 657 00:40:39,083 --> 00:40:41,919 Do you think the bride will return to that altar? 658 00:40:42,836 --> 00:40:47,049 There is only one person who can answer that question. 659 00:40:49,301 --> 00:40:50,594 -Hmm. -[knock at door] 660 00:40:54,974 --> 00:40:56,141 What? 661 00:40:57,393 --> 00:40:59,144 -Has Mama-- -You seem to know all. 662 00:40:59,687 --> 00:41:02,022 How could I possibly offer any insight of my own? 663 00:41:04,483 --> 00:41:07,152 She is off, getting some air. 664 00:41:22,668 --> 00:41:25,045 Edwina, you must know 665 00:41:25,129 --> 00:41:27,381 I never intended to wound you. 666 00:41:28,007 --> 00:41:29,675 I know I should have told you more. 667 00:41:29,758 --> 00:41:31,760 I should have told you everything. 668 00:41:33,220 --> 00:41:37,433 Yes. Yes, I once did have feelings for the viscount. 669 00:41:38,142 --> 00:41:39,810 But they were no match for the love 670 00:41:39,893 --> 00:41:42,146 I had, and continue to have, for you. 671 00:41:42,229 --> 00:41:45,441 And you must know I will do everything in my power 672 00:41:45,524 --> 00:41:47,484 to ensure your happiness. 673 00:41:47,568 --> 00:41:49,236 Including going back to India? 674 00:41:49,320 --> 00:41:50,863 That is your solution, is it not? 675 00:41:50,946 --> 00:41:52,364 I wish to make things right. 676 00:41:52,448 --> 00:41:55,200 My feelings for Lord Bridgerton do not matter anymore. 677 00:41:55,284 --> 00:41:58,287 We do not have a future together. But you… 678 00:41:58,787 --> 00:42:02,583 You, Edwina, were born to be viscountess. 679 00:42:05,169 --> 00:42:07,004 [breathes deeply] 680 00:42:07,880 --> 00:42:09,757 [sighs] The viscount said the same. 681 00:42:09,840 --> 00:42:13,427 I half expect to discover the two of you prepared it ahead of time. 682 00:42:15,429 --> 00:42:18,223 I am not too proud to admit when he is right. 683 00:42:19,767 --> 00:42:21,727 -You deserve this. -Why? 684 00:42:21,810 --> 00:42:24,104 Why me and why not you? 685 00:42:29,610 --> 00:42:32,488 You view your youth and naïveté as a hindrance, 686 00:42:32,571 --> 00:42:34,657 but it has shielded you in many ways. 687 00:42:35,240 --> 00:42:40,037 You do not remember when Appa died, when the world fell out from beneath us. 688 00:42:40,120 --> 00:42:42,706 And so, to save us from an even worse fate, 689 00:42:42,790 --> 00:42:47,878 I promised I would not consider myself until you and Mama were taken care of. 690 00:42:47,961 --> 00:42:51,340 I gave what I had without regret, and I would do it again, Bon. 691 00:42:51,423 --> 00:42:54,802 I still do it. I give what I have in order to protect you. 692 00:42:59,473 --> 00:43:01,892 Say something, Bon. Anything, please. 693 00:43:04,728 --> 00:43:07,314 I do not know which pains me more. 694 00:43:08,565 --> 00:43:12,277 -Your betrayal or your pity. -Edwina, you are my sister-- 695 00:43:12,361 --> 00:43:14,488 Half-sister. 696 00:43:16,782 --> 00:43:19,535 What I am, Kate, is a grown woman. 697 00:43:21,620 --> 00:43:23,205 And for the first time in my life, 698 00:43:23,288 --> 00:43:26,250 I am able to make a decision based on what I would like. 699 00:43:27,418 --> 00:43:30,421 I have already imagined the life I would lead with Lord Bridgerton 700 00:43:30,504 --> 00:43:33,215 as viscountess at Aubrey Hall. 701 00:43:33,298 --> 00:43:36,969 It lives in my own mind, and it is mine to do with as I like. 702 00:43:37,469 --> 00:43:40,055 So if I choose to marry Anthony, 703 00:43:40,139 --> 00:43:43,475 it will be because it pleases me and no one else. 704 00:43:43,559 --> 00:43:46,353 I need you to understand that. 705 00:43:47,813 --> 00:43:50,315 If I go through with this wedding, 706 00:43:51,775 --> 00:43:54,862 it will have nothing to do with you. 707 00:44:04,204 --> 00:44:06,957 [mellow classical music playing] 708 00:44:08,333 --> 00:44:10,419 [Brimsley] Apparently, it has to do with the honeymoon. 709 00:44:10,502 --> 00:44:12,588 Miss Edwina was not pleased with the rather simple one 710 00:44:12,671 --> 00:44:14,173 Lord Bridgerton had planned. 711 00:44:14,256 --> 00:44:16,759 She is using the delay to negotiate a new itinerary 712 00:44:16,842 --> 00:44:19,178 that will have the queen's particular approval. 713 00:44:27,144 --> 00:44:30,773 It appears Miss Edwina is far more cunning than we have given credit. 714 00:44:30,856 --> 00:44:31,690 [men chattering] 715 00:44:31,774 --> 00:44:33,567 -Gentlemen. -Come now, Featherington. 716 00:44:33,650 --> 00:44:36,320 There's a more appropriate venue for the discussion of business. 717 00:44:36,403 --> 00:44:38,030 We thought you might be coy, Featherington. 718 00:44:38,113 --> 00:44:41,325 Now, are these mines as profitable as we are hearing? 719 00:44:41,408 --> 00:44:43,702 I did not make the journey across the Atlantic for pennies. 720 00:44:43,786 --> 00:44:47,247 [chuckles] If there's interest, I can send word to my men on the ground in Georgia. 721 00:44:47,331 --> 00:44:48,248 -Very good. -Indeed. 722 00:44:48,332 --> 00:44:51,043 And do these men work for you, Featherington? 723 00:44:51,126 --> 00:44:52,419 Why, of course. 724 00:44:52,503 --> 00:44:55,798 Then why send word to your workers if the investment is, in fact, yours? 725 00:44:55,881 --> 00:45:00,052 Because I must write to my men to obtain the latest report. 726 00:45:00,636 --> 00:45:04,223 Wise investors would like to know if it is rubies or amethysts 727 00:45:04,306 --> 00:45:06,266 that we are finding more of these days. 728 00:45:07,059 --> 00:45:10,187 Mr. Mondrich, I must ask about this social club of yours. 729 00:45:11,146 --> 00:45:14,191 An admirable endeavor, if not rather surprising. 730 00:45:14,274 --> 00:45:16,610 What can a boxer know about running a business? 731 00:45:16,693 --> 00:45:18,695 [men chuckling] 732 00:45:18,779 --> 00:45:22,074 About as much as a gentleman knows about mining. 733 00:45:22,157 --> 00:45:23,242 [chuckles weakly] 734 00:45:25,577 --> 00:45:26,537 Excuse me. 735 00:45:35,420 --> 00:45:36,421 [whispers] Come in. 736 00:45:39,842 --> 00:45:42,469 -Have you yet come to any agreements? -Almost. 737 00:45:42,553 --> 00:45:44,763 You must know time is of the essence, my lord. 738 00:45:44,847 --> 00:45:47,349 Who knows how long this wedding will be delayed? 739 00:45:47,432 --> 00:45:49,685 We may never again have such an engaged audience. 740 00:45:49,768 --> 00:45:50,811 You must leave it with me. 741 00:45:50,894 --> 00:45:54,147 We must be careful not to attract too much attention. 742 00:45:54,231 --> 00:45:57,317 This opportunity must appear for the chosen few. Not to mention, 743 00:45:57,401 --> 00:46:01,029 we cannot risk snaring those who would bring scandal outweighing any profit. 744 00:46:01,113 --> 00:46:04,408 I think it best we concentrate our attentions on members of the ton 745 00:46:04,491 --> 00:46:07,911 who are not particularly beloved and whose regard matters little. 746 00:46:07,995 --> 00:46:09,705 And who would make that list? 747 00:46:09,788 --> 00:46:13,417 The Cowpers, the Clarksons, the Gorings, the Wallaces-- 748 00:46:13,500 --> 00:46:16,962 [chuckles] Perhaps the better question is, and who would not make that list? 749 00:46:17,045 --> 00:46:18,213 [sighs] 750 00:46:20,549 --> 00:46:21,925 The Bridgertons, I suppose. 751 00:46:22,009 --> 00:46:24,469 They are on the verge of enough scandal today all on their own. 752 00:46:24,553 --> 00:46:26,096 Well, they do seem liked well enough. 753 00:46:26,179 --> 00:46:29,391 Do not mistake this decision for fondness. It is pure strategy. 754 00:46:29,474 --> 00:46:31,268 I'd never think you had affections for another. 755 00:46:31,351 --> 00:46:32,895 It'd make me far too jealous, my lady. 756 00:46:32,978 --> 00:46:34,646 Save your charms for the investors. 757 00:46:34,730 --> 00:46:36,732 Why? I have plenty to spare. 758 00:46:36,815 --> 00:46:40,027 [chuckling] My lord, your lies are wasted on me. 759 00:46:40,110 --> 00:46:41,695 [Jack] I do not need to lie. 760 00:46:41,778 --> 00:46:44,406 You are far too cunning to fall prey to that, are you not? 761 00:46:45,866 --> 00:46:47,701 You and I see the truth. 762 00:46:47,784 --> 00:46:50,579 That is why this is such a promising partnership. 763 00:46:51,580 --> 00:46:53,832 I see you for the capable woman you are. 764 00:46:55,792 --> 00:46:58,462 My cousin was a fool about many things 765 00:46:59,421 --> 00:47:01,048 but none greater than in leaving this world 766 00:47:01,131 --> 00:47:03,091 knowing he had a brilliant wife still in it. 767 00:47:08,805 --> 00:47:09,806 We must 768 00:47:11,183 --> 00:47:14,353 return to the gardens before we are missed. 769 00:47:15,979 --> 00:47:17,147 After you. 770 00:47:26,114 --> 00:47:29,451 I must thank Your Majesty for such a splendid event. 771 00:47:29,534 --> 00:47:33,705 Every detail. It simply takes one's breath away and-- 772 00:47:33,789 --> 00:47:37,542 While I quite enjoy the adulation, Lady Bridgerton, 773 00:47:37,626 --> 00:47:40,420 unless you are here to tell me that your son and his bride 774 00:47:40,504 --> 00:47:44,633 are at present standing at that altar, I simply do not have the time. 775 00:47:44,716 --> 00:47:47,594 For this wedding to fail is unacceptable. 776 00:47:48,637 --> 00:47:50,514 Lady Danbury, what have you to say? 777 00:47:50,597 --> 00:47:52,808 As always, Your Majesty, I am humbled 778 00:47:52,891 --> 00:47:55,811 by your generosity of spirit. 779 00:47:55,894 --> 00:47:57,145 Though, uh… 780 00:47:58,981 --> 00:48:00,190 Though… 781 00:48:00,273 --> 00:48:03,402 It is unlike you to lose your words, Lady Danbury. 782 00:48:04,569 --> 00:48:06,363 Though it pains us so, 783 00:48:06,446 --> 00:48:09,241 both Lady Bridgerton and I are in agreement 784 00:48:09,324 --> 00:48:13,036 that it is up to Miss Edwina to decide her fate. 785 00:48:13,537 --> 00:48:14,871 Well. 786 00:48:14,955 --> 00:48:18,083 I did not realize the diamond outweighed the Crown. 787 00:48:18,166 --> 00:48:19,835 It does not, Your Majesty. 788 00:48:20,919 --> 00:48:22,838 [Mary] Pardon our interruption, Your Majesty. 789 00:48:22,921 --> 00:48:24,423 It is noted. [laughs] 790 00:48:24,506 --> 00:48:26,133 To be sure. 791 00:48:26,216 --> 00:48:28,802 I do hope my efforts today have not been wasted. 792 00:48:28,885 --> 00:48:32,180 It has not been a waste, Your Majesty. 793 00:48:32,264 --> 00:48:35,559 But rather further proof of the love you have for your people, ma'am. 794 00:48:35,642 --> 00:48:38,603 Miss Edwina and I come before you humbly now 795 00:48:38,687 --> 00:48:40,355 in recognition of all that you-- 796 00:48:40,439 --> 00:48:43,984 Is there not a person alive who can think of something else to say to their queen 797 00:48:44,067 --> 00:48:46,028 other than sheer flattery? 798 00:48:47,487 --> 00:48:49,114 It is the obvious choice. 799 00:48:49,197 --> 00:48:50,240 [Mary sighs] 800 00:48:50,323 --> 00:48:51,533 Child. 801 00:48:51,616 --> 00:48:54,703 Are you here to tell me you are going to marry him or not? 802 00:49:00,834 --> 00:49:02,210 Did you see them? 803 00:49:02,294 --> 00:49:04,087 -Your Majesty. -Your Majesty. 804 00:49:04,171 --> 00:49:05,505 The fireworks? 805 00:49:05,589 --> 00:49:07,466 They were brilliant! [chuckles] 806 00:49:09,009 --> 00:49:10,427 Will there be more? 807 00:49:11,845 --> 00:49:12,846 Oh, dear. It seems… 808 00:49:13,972 --> 00:49:16,183 It seems I am late for the ceremony. 809 00:49:16,767 --> 00:49:17,809 My king. 810 00:49:19,061 --> 00:49:21,897 Someone. Can someone come and assist? 811 00:49:21,980 --> 00:49:23,732 I didn't mean to keep you waiting, Lottie. 812 00:49:24,441 --> 00:49:27,194 My bride. My… My beautiful bride. 813 00:49:27,277 --> 00:49:30,655 Um, but where is the archbishop 814 00:49:30,739 --> 00:49:33,241 and-and-and-and our congregation? 815 00:49:36,286 --> 00:49:37,120 George. 816 00:49:37,204 --> 00:49:39,831 She is radiant, is she not? 817 00:49:41,166 --> 00:49:42,209 What are they, uh… 818 00:49:42,709 --> 00:49:44,628 What-- What are they doing? 819 00:49:44,711 --> 00:49:47,589 Stop! Leave! Leave me! Leave me! 820 00:49:47,672 --> 00:49:48,548 Lottie… 821 00:49:54,387 --> 00:49:56,389 [somber classical music plays] 822 00:49:58,433 --> 00:50:00,811 She will make a most excellent queen, 823 00:50:01,561 --> 00:50:02,562 Your Majesty. 824 00:50:05,774 --> 00:50:09,319 I hear the two of you faced many trials 825 00:50:09,402 --> 00:50:11,113 during your happy courtship. 826 00:50:12,322 --> 00:50:13,406 But today… 827 00:50:16,201 --> 00:50:19,830 Today will make all of it well worth it, will it not? 828 00:50:22,582 --> 00:50:24,334 Why… yes. 829 00:50:24,417 --> 00:50:27,587 Then perhaps you might find your rest, Your Majesty, 830 00:50:28,296 --> 00:50:30,382 before you both rule this kingdom 831 00:50:30,465 --> 00:50:34,553 with the kind of love, compassion, and kindness 832 00:50:34,636 --> 00:50:36,805 the two of you undoubtedly share. 833 00:50:43,019 --> 00:50:43,979 My queen. 834 00:50:53,363 --> 00:50:54,489 [sniffles softly] 835 00:51:03,957 --> 00:51:05,041 [sighs] 836 00:51:05,750 --> 00:51:07,043 Oh, Edwina… 837 00:51:23,435 --> 00:51:25,896 [indistinct chatter] 838 00:51:38,200 --> 00:51:39,534 A celebratory drink? 839 00:51:40,160 --> 00:51:41,870 Have you succeeded already, Colin? 840 00:51:42,537 --> 00:51:45,749 Only if whatever I am looking for can be found at the bottom of this flask. 841 00:51:45,832 --> 00:51:47,792 I am certain you will find your purpose one day. 842 00:51:47,876 --> 00:51:49,544 Everyone must eventually. 843 00:51:49,628 --> 00:51:51,880 -Have you found yours? -[chuckles] Of course not. 844 00:51:52,923 --> 00:51:57,677 But I imagine it to be something both animating and satisfying. 845 00:51:58,261 --> 00:52:00,722 The type of venture that speaks not to who I am 846 00:52:00,805 --> 00:52:03,183 but rather who I am to be. 847 00:52:04,392 --> 00:52:07,562 My purpose will challenge me to be brave and witty. 848 00:52:07,646 --> 00:52:09,856 My purpose will propel me 849 00:52:09,940 --> 00:52:12,359 far beyond the watchful glare of my mama. 850 00:52:12,442 --> 00:52:13,902 My purpose 851 00:52:14,945 --> 00:52:16,363 shall set me free. 852 00:52:17,739 --> 00:52:19,658 What could possibly measure up to all that? 853 00:52:19,741 --> 00:52:20,784 [chuckles] 854 00:52:22,077 --> 00:52:24,246 Your dreams are grander than you let on, Pen. 855 00:52:24,329 --> 00:52:27,624 Yes, they are mere fantasies, but 856 00:52:28,500 --> 00:52:31,544 I do believe we must allow ourselves those private moments 857 00:52:32,212 --> 00:52:34,923 so we may face reality armed with our reveries. 858 00:52:38,343 --> 00:52:40,512 Lady Crane was right about you. 859 00:52:40,595 --> 00:52:41,805 Lady Crane? 860 00:52:42,764 --> 00:52:44,057 What did she say? 861 00:52:44,641 --> 00:52:46,017 That you cared for me. 862 00:52:46,851 --> 00:52:49,229 That you would never forsake me. 863 00:52:50,855 --> 00:52:52,941 I am beginning to believe that now. 864 00:52:59,197 --> 00:53:00,365 [guests gasping] 865 00:53:02,701 --> 00:53:05,954 It appears we had better nab a piece of cake before it's all gone. 866 00:53:19,217 --> 00:53:20,176 El? 867 00:53:22,095 --> 00:53:25,181 -El, whatever are you-- -I've made a decision to visit Theo now. 868 00:53:25,265 --> 00:53:27,517 Eloise, it is your brother's wedding. People will notice. 869 00:53:27,600 --> 00:53:28,601 This is why no one will. 870 00:53:28,685 --> 00:53:31,646 Everyone is worried about Anthony and Miss Edwina. They'll hardly miss me. 871 00:53:31,730 --> 00:53:34,482 Because an opportunity presents itself does not mean you should take it. 872 00:53:34,566 --> 00:53:36,901 There are other things to do. Have you seen the peacocks? 873 00:53:36,985 --> 00:53:40,572 It is vexing to think only of his thoughts when I should be thinking of my own. 874 00:53:40,655 --> 00:53:41,489 I… 875 00:53:42,407 --> 00:53:44,409 -I do not know what to say. -Say nothing. 876 00:53:44,993 --> 00:53:46,077 That is all I ask. 877 00:53:46,745 --> 00:53:48,788 I am only telling you now because you are my friend, 878 00:53:48,872 --> 00:53:51,124 and I do not wish for secrets to set us apart. 879 00:54:23,615 --> 00:54:26,159 -Do you like that one? -Your Majesty, I-- 880 00:54:26,242 --> 00:54:29,287 I wore it for His Majesty's golden jubilee. 881 00:54:29,788 --> 00:54:31,289 [chuckles softly] Here. 882 00:54:32,332 --> 00:54:35,043 -Oh, I could not possibly-- -Yes, you could. 883 00:54:43,968 --> 00:54:45,011 Miss Edwina. 884 00:54:46,012 --> 00:54:49,391 I chose you as the season's diamond for a reason. 885 00:54:49,474 --> 00:54:51,726 Yes, you possess great beauty, but 886 00:54:52,769 --> 00:54:54,396 you made an impression. 887 00:54:55,271 --> 00:54:58,108 You still do. And you still can. 888 00:54:58,691 --> 00:55:00,527 Even after all the confusion of the day. 889 00:55:01,111 --> 00:55:03,113 And after, most especially, 890 00:55:03,196 --> 00:55:06,157 all that has been witnessed in private. 891 00:55:07,075 --> 00:55:11,329 All that I have witnessed, ma'am, is the love a king shares with his queen, 892 00:55:11,413 --> 00:55:13,289 and nothing more. 893 00:55:13,373 --> 00:55:16,209 I should certainly not find the proper words to discuss it 894 00:55:16,292 --> 00:55:18,461 even if given a million lifetimes to do so. 895 00:55:18,545 --> 00:55:19,671 [Queen Charlotte] Hmm. 896 00:55:20,713 --> 00:55:23,800 [inhales] The challenge of the Crown is that it is tangible. 897 00:55:24,342 --> 00:55:26,845 It is a physical reminder of the position. 898 00:55:27,512 --> 00:55:30,056 It is why, say, Lady Whistledown circulates her pamphlets 899 00:55:30,140 --> 00:55:32,142 instead of trading in whispered rumor. 900 00:55:32,225 --> 00:55:35,019 A whisper is relevant for only as long as it is spoken, 901 00:55:35,103 --> 00:55:37,105 but a paper represents more. 902 00:55:37,689 --> 00:55:40,316 Its physical form grants permanence. 903 00:55:40,400 --> 00:55:42,569 The same cannot be said of true love, of course. 904 00:55:43,194 --> 00:55:45,363 It changes. It forgets. 905 00:55:46,114 --> 00:55:49,159 It forces you to remember who you once were. 906 00:55:50,160 --> 00:55:52,912 And it forces you to choose how you will live with it, 907 00:55:52,996 --> 00:55:53,997 again and again. 908 00:55:55,915 --> 00:55:57,709 How does one make that choice? 909 00:55:59,794 --> 00:56:01,754 That, I cannot dictate. 910 00:56:03,465 --> 00:56:04,841 I am your queen, 911 00:56:06,134 --> 00:56:09,804 but I suppose even I must recognize the importance of each person deciding 912 00:56:09,888 --> 00:56:12,348 what to do in the face of true love. 913 00:56:13,141 --> 00:56:15,393 Everyone deserves to make that choice 914 00:56:15,935 --> 00:56:19,189 just as everyone deserves to feel its power. 915 00:56:19,981 --> 00:56:21,065 But one must know… 916 00:56:23,276 --> 00:56:27,238 it is the hardest and greatest choice one can ever make. 917 00:56:30,366 --> 00:56:34,370 [Lady Whistledown] It is a distinctly human act to marry. 918 00:56:40,126 --> 00:56:43,838 Animals require no contracts or dowries. 919 00:56:43,922 --> 00:56:45,131 [door opens] 920 00:56:53,515 --> 00:56:57,143 The hen and the rooster make no vows. 921 00:57:22,377 --> 00:57:23,836 [Anthony] You sent word for me? 922 00:57:25,046 --> 00:57:26,631 I thought you sent word for me. 923 00:57:26,714 --> 00:57:28,466 [footsteps approaching] 924 00:57:39,852 --> 00:57:41,688 I have made my decision. 925 00:57:41,771 --> 00:57:43,815 I thought it best you both hear it from me. 926 00:57:43,898 --> 00:57:45,650 Edwina, we should speak in private. 927 00:57:46,359 --> 00:57:49,153 I cannot marry you, Lord Bridgerton. 928 00:57:50,238 --> 00:57:53,032 You cannot provide me with what it is that I want. 929 00:57:54,909 --> 00:57:56,911 What it is that I deserve. 930 00:57:57,662 --> 00:57:59,747 What everyone deserves. 931 00:58:01,124 --> 00:58:03,543 I may not know exactly what true love feels like 932 00:58:03,626 --> 00:58:06,045 but I certainly know what it is not. 933 00:58:07,672 --> 00:58:09,299 It is not deception, 934 00:58:10,550 --> 00:58:12,260 or wandering eyes, 935 00:58:12,927 --> 00:58:15,847 or a role to be fulfilled. 936 00:58:17,098 --> 00:58:21,144 I cannot marry you because I cannot betray myself. 937 00:58:21,227 --> 00:58:23,855 You will never meet my eyes in the same manner 938 00:58:23,938 --> 00:58:26,941 that you met my sister's on that altar today. You will never… 939 00:58:29,986 --> 00:58:31,904 You will never look at me the same way. 940 00:58:38,244 --> 00:58:42,749 You say you have spent your life trying to give me everything I lacked, 941 00:58:42,832 --> 00:58:47,670 but really, you simply gave me everything you really wanted for yourself, 942 00:58:47,754 --> 00:58:49,839 as though my life were not my own. 943 00:58:49,922 --> 00:58:52,383 I did not ask for any of it, Kate. 944 00:58:54,344 --> 00:58:55,637 So, today, 945 00:58:55,720 --> 00:58:59,015 I can be sure that what I leave behind is not my loss. 946 00:58:59,599 --> 00:59:00,725 It is yours. 947 00:59:01,559 --> 00:59:06,606 Your dream, your plan, your feelings that I had merely borrowed. 948 00:59:07,690 --> 00:59:08,566 Today, 949 00:59:09,275 --> 00:59:11,319 you have lost your power, 950 00:59:12,320 --> 00:59:14,113 while I have made up my own mind. 951 00:59:16,741 --> 00:59:18,618 And that is victory enough for me. 952 00:59:18,701 --> 00:59:22,705 [classical rendition of "What About Us" playing] 953 00:59:30,838 --> 00:59:34,092 [Lady Whistledown] Leave it to people to complicate matters 954 00:59:34,175 --> 00:59:37,470 with their ceremonies and their cakes. 955 00:59:38,096 --> 00:59:40,848 Is it not a wonder that anyone marries at all? 956 00:59:40,932 --> 00:59:44,435 It is not as if Miss Edwina could do any better than the viscount. 957 00:59:44,519 --> 00:59:47,063 Perhaps it is for that very reason she changed her mind. 958 00:59:47,146 --> 00:59:48,773 She knows she is not worthy of him. 959 00:59:48,856 --> 00:59:51,442 Or perhaps we might judge the viscount anew. 960 00:59:51,526 --> 00:59:55,613 Perhaps Miss Edwina discovered something the rest of us might wish to know of too. 961 00:59:59,325 --> 01:00:01,327 -[women chattering] -[woman clears throat] 962 01:00:01,411 --> 01:00:03,579 -Oh, Your Grace. -Duchess. 963 01:00:03,663 --> 01:00:06,666 -Shall we make our way home, Mama? -I believe we shall. 964 01:00:07,750 --> 01:00:12,755 [Lady Whistledown] Indeed, some may call a wedding the ultimate act of faith. 965 01:00:13,506 --> 01:00:15,258 While others would venture 966 01:00:15,341 --> 01:00:19,178 that it is the ultimate act of fools. 967 01:00:20,346 --> 01:00:23,808 You've come quite a long way to ask me something, so go on. 968 01:00:25,601 --> 01:00:26,936 I have thoughts. 969 01:00:28,104 --> 01:00:31,065 I can see how that might pose a problem for someone in your world. 970 01:00:31,149 --> 01:00:34,360 Thoughts I would like to share… with you. [chuckles softly] 971 01:00:34,444 --> 01:00:36,154 And are you not sharing them now? 972 01:00:36,237 --> 01:00:39,824 What I am failing to say is that often, 973 01:00:40,783 --> 01:00:42,493 when I read something new or 974 01:00:43,745 --> 01:00:45,913 interesting or provoking, 975 01:00:47,165 --> 01:00:49,000 it is you who crosses my mind. 976 01:00:49,667 --> 01:00:53,588 It is you I would like to speak with about those thoughts. 977 01:00:57,800 --> 01:00:58,634 I see. 978 01:01:00,595 --> 01:01:01,429 Uh… 979 01:01:01,512 --> 01:01:04,056 And so I am wondering if 980 01:01:04,140 --> 01:01:07,018 you might also have thoughts of me 981 01:01:07,101 --> 01:01:08,478 when you think. 982 01:01:25,495 --> 01:01:27,538 I have read all of these. 983 01:01:30,208 --> 01:01:31,042 And? 984 01:01:32,126 --> 01:01:33,002 And… 985 01:01:34,879 --> 01:01:36,380 I set them aside for you. 986 01:01:38,257 --> 01:01:40,843 I thought perhaps you might 987 01:01:41,719 --> 01:01:43,471 share your thoughts on them. 988 01:01:43,554 --> 01:01:44,639 [chuckles softly] 989 01:01:48,518 --> 01:01:51,229 [Lady Whistledown] Eagerly awaiting two words. 990 01:01:52,396 --> 01:01:53,815 "I do." 991 01:01:53,898 --> 01:01:57,401 Bride and groom declare intention alone, 992 01:01:57,485 --> 01:02:00,738 with no guarantee of happiness. 993 01:02:03,783 --> 01:02:06,828 All is not lost today, ma'am. I have received word. 994 01:02:07,662 --> 01:02:09,914 It had better be a worthy distraction. 995 01:02:10,498 --> 01:02:13,459 Our trap for Lady Whistledown has indeed produced a result. 996 01:02:19,507 --> 01:02:23,344 [Lady Whistledown] Marriage amounts to little more than human ritual. 997 01:02:24,428 --> 01:02:29,433 We may not force the rooster or hen, yet we continue to collect eggs. 998 01:02:30,226 --> 01:02:32,645 Does that make us more complicated, 999 01:02:32,728 --> 01:02:37,191 or simply too stubborn to believe that we must orchestrate 1000 01:02:37,275 --> 01:02:39,902 what nature has already ordained? 1001 01:02:42,738 --> 01:02:44,240 I suppose we ought to go. 1002 01:02:48,202 --> 01:02:49,287 Lord Bridgerton? 1003 01:02:54,292 --> 01:02:57,128 Your sister is braver and wiser than us both. 1004 01:02:57,920 --> 01:03:00,172 She had the courage to act on what she sensed between us. 1005 01:03:00,256 --> 01:03:01,090 And here we are, 1006 01:03:02,008 --> 01:03:03,593 standing perfectly still… 1007 01:03:05,469 --> 01:03:07,054 having felt it for months. 1008 01:03:09,515 --> 01:03:10,725 I stand here… 1009 01:03:13,853 --> 01:03:15,479 because the moment we go… 1010 01:03:18,858 --> 01:03:21,485 the moment we step foot outside those doors… 1011 01:03:25,489 --> 01:03:26,741 we face the truth. 1012 01:03:26,824 --> 01:03:28,367 Of our situations? 1013 01:03:28,451 --> 01:03:30,119 Of our failures. 1014 01:03:30,202 --> 01:03:32,288 We have indeed failed, my lord. 1015 01:03:32,914 --> 01:03:34,165 Of our duties. 1016 01:03:35,249 --> 01:03:36,751 Of our responsibilities. 1017 01:03:37,585 --> 01:03:38,961 We have failed at it all. 1018 01:03:41,714 --> 01:03:43,007 So forgive me 1019 01:03:43,758 --> 01:03:45,509 if it is now my wish… 1020 01:03:48,220 --> 01:03:49,472 to suspend time. 1021 01:03:50,723 --> 01:03:52,266 To delay the inevitable. 1022 01:03:53,059 --> 01:03:54,477 To for a mere moment, 1023 01:03:55,186 --> 01:03:57,271 not think of what comes next. 1024 01:04:00,733 --> 01:04:01,609 To wait. 1025 01:04:01,692 --> 01:04:03,694 [soft instrumental music plays] 1026 01:04:16,123 --> 01:04:17,375 Goodbye, my lord. 1027 01:04:24,006 --> 01:04:25,716 [breathes deeply] 1028 01:05:01,377 --> 01:05:04,880 [breathing heavily]