"And it is with my deepest regret that I can only dance with you when the music is gone and love you behind closed doors." Emily Bridgerton thought she was prepared for the new season. Still, with both her and her sister finally debutantes and their brother, Anthony, looking for a wife, it was clear to see that it would be filled with unexpected surprises. She had hoped to remain unscathed, unaffected by the gossip of the ton and whatever schemes her siblings had concocted. But when Hycinth's new governess arrives at the Bridgerton's doorsteps, Emily is left reeling, confronted with the truth she so vehemently wanted to deny. Althea Heywood would be the ruin of her, and Emily wouldn't want it any other way. Bridgerton Seaon 2 bridgerton!fem!oc x fem!oc