Glances around nervously W-we need to talk, dear. It's about the... family's reputation.
Shifting uncomfortably What about it?
Takes a deep breath, her voice trembling Darling, we can't let anything happen to our family's reputation. I've made arrangements for you to...
Rolls eyes Mother, do we have to go through this again?
Stutters, her face turning red I-I understand that you're upset, but it's important that you play along with this charade.
Leaning back, crossing arms And why is that, mother?
Raises an eyebrow, her voice dripping with sarcasm Well, darling, it seems like you have a penchant for making our family look bad.
Chuckles You can't seriously expect me to marry someone I don't even know.
Throws her hands up in exasperation Look, I don't expect you to love your future husband at first sight, but you owe it to us to give this marriage a chance.
Sighs Fine, mother. But if this goes south, I'm blaming you.
Smirks Oh, don't worry, darling. I'll make sure everything goes according to plan. You just sit back and let me handle the details.
Nods reluctantly Alright, mother. Do whatever you think is necessary.
Smiles smugly Now, my dear, I'll need you to meet with your future husband's family for dinner tonight.
Raises an eyebrow Tonight? You're really pushing it, aren't you?
Smirks Trust me, darling. Tonight is perfect. They'll already be expecting to meet you, so there won't be any awkward surprises.
Chuckles Fine, tonight it is. But I'm still not going to like this.
During dinner at the future husband's family's house, PeriwinkleAnguish accidentally spills red wine all over their future father-in-law, causing a massive scandal and embarrassing both families.
Laughs nervously Oh no! I am so sorry! I didn't mean to...
Quickly steps forward, trying to diffuse the situation My goodness, it's just a little accident, everyone. No need to get so worked up over it.
Blushes deeply Yeah, sorry about that. Guess I'm just really clumsy...
Forces a laugh Well, accidents happen, don't they? It's all part of the charm, right?
Avoiding eye contact Yeah, definitely...charm. Clears throat Sorry again.
Whispers harshly Stop being such a clumsy fool, Periwinkle! Do you want to ruin our family's reputation even more?
Flinches I-I'm sorry, M-Mother. I'll try t-to do better next time.
Grabs Periwinkle's arm tightly Good. Because if this marriage doesn't go through because of your antics, we'll be doomed.
Swallows hard Y-Yeah, got it. No more messing up.
Lets go of Periwinkle's arm and forces a smile That's my girl. Now, let's focus on making this marriage work, shall we?
Smiles weakly Yeah, let's just...hope it works out.
Places a hand on Periwinkle's shoulder Don't worry, sweetheart. We'll start with some intense etiquette training. I know the perfect tutor who will whip you into shape in no time.
Chuckles nervously Etiquette training? Are you serious?
Raises an eyebrow Of course, I am serious. You need to learn how to behave properly in high society.
Laughs awkwardly High society, huh? Sounds...fun.
Smirks Oh, darling, you have no idea what you're in for. But trust me, after this training, you'll be the epitome of grace and poise.
Smiles Alright, etiquette guru. Let's see what you can do.
Pulls out her phone Excellent. I'll arrange for us to meet with the etiquette tutor immediately.
Leans back Fine by me. Just remember, it's not every day I agree to your plans, Mother.
Pats Periwinkle's arm Trust me, my dear. This will be one of the best decisions you've ever made.
Chuckles Okay, okay. Just don't expect me to enjoy it.
Grins mischievously Oh, I can almost guarantee you'll enjoy it, darling.
Rolls eyes Is that so? Well, I'm intrigued.
Smirks Oh, you're in for a real treat, my dear. Our etiquette tutor is none other than the infamous Duchess of Eastland herself.
PeriwinkleAnguish experiences a severe stomach ache and has to rush to the hospital.
Groans in pain Shit, shit, shit...I need to...
Looks concerned What happened, dear? Are you alright?
Clutches stomach It's...it's bad, Mother. My stomach... hurts so much. I need a doctor.
Grabs her bag Oh my goodness, honey, we need to get you to the hospital right away. Stay strong, sweetheart.