![]() We have fooled them into thinking we are courting when really, all along, we simply enjoyed each other's company so much we could not stay away from one another. You see, Miss Bridgerton and I have been fooling all of Mayfair for quite some time. But in so removing it, we found something far greater. Not to mention the sister of my best friend, and so romance was entirely out of the question for both of us. And I thought her a prim young lady barely out of leading strings. But Miss Bridgerton thought me presumptuous, arrogant, insincere. There was attraction, certainly, at least on my part. The young lady flatters me, but it was not love at first sight for either of us. Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings: It was not, Your Majesty. An Affair of Honor The Duke and I Daphne Bridgerton: You see, Your Majesty, it was love at first sight. But rare is the man whose love remains true when the consequences of lovemaking are brought to his attention. Lady Portia Featherington: Sweet child, many men make declarations of love when they want to make love. Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings: One of the lesser sins, but do not worry. Daphne Bridgerton: Pride is a sin, Your Grace. We shall talk! Art of the Swoon Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings: Excessive pride suits you, Miss Bridgerton. Lady Violet Bridgerton: We will do what women do. Lady Violet Bridgerton: Daphne, you were playing so lovely. Lady Violet Bridgerton: Eloise, that is enough! Daphne Bridgerton: Oh, well. Daphne Bridgerton: What are you talking about? Eloise Bridgerton: Apparently, it's not even a requirement. Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings: Provided you do not wish to marry me, and I do not wish to marry you, whatever should you have to lose? Shock and Delight Eloise Bridgerton: How does a lady come to be with child? Lady Violet Bridgerton: Eloise, what a question! Eloise Bridgerton: I thought one needed to be married. ![]() ![]() Lady Whistledown: But as we know, the brighter a lady shines, the faster she may burn! Daphne Bridgerton: Did that truly just happen? Lady Violet Bridgerton: Keep smiling, dearest. Season 1 Diamond of the First Water Lady Portia Featherington: And, Penelope, put down that book at once.
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