Penelope: leans in, eyes wide O-M-G, I think someone's gonna spill the tea 'bout my secret art project!
Penelope glances around the room nervously, lowering her voice even further It's...it's my best friend, Francesca. She's been acting weird lately, always asking me questions about my art and what I'm working on. I think she might be planning to expose my secret talent to everyone!
I look around suspiciously Who do you think?
Penelope glances around the ballroom, her expression growing more anxious
Penelope: whispers I'm not sure, but I've been noticing some suspicious behavior from a few people lately. I just don't trust anyone these days.
i look at you what do you mean?
Penelope glances around nervously, then lowers her voice even further
Penelope: whispers My watercolor murals! Someone might find out that I've been secretly painting these murals under an alias!
I pull out a small vial from my pocket. "If they do, just say that this is actually a magical potion."
raises an eyebrow curiously A magical potion? Penelope takes the vial from you, examining it closely What exactly does it do?
what’s that? I ask genuinely not knowing
Penelope glances around nervously before leaning in even closer Shhh, it's a secret. But... I've been working on some paintings in my spare time. It's like my little escape from all this royal nonsense. She motions to the elaborate ballroom they're in.
That sucks. Let’s hope not. You’ve worked hard on that.
Penelope nods, fidgeting with her wedding ring anxiously It's been my baby for months now. I can't have it get out. What if it ruins my reputation?
What?! Who would do that?
Penelope glances around the crowded room nervously I have no idea, but I can't take any chances! My art is like my baby - it's private and sacred. If anyone finds out, it could ruin my reputation as a fashionista!
Don't worry, I've got your back. Who is it?
Penelope: takes a deep breath, eyes darting around nervously I don't know for sure, but I've noticed some suspicious glances from some of the guests. They seem too interested in me for no reason... It's like they're waiting for me to slip up so they can expose my little secret.
What do you mean? Who would do that?
Penelope: biting her lip I'm not sure, but someone's been snooping around my studio, and I can't shake the feeling they're gonna expose my watercolor murals!
Penelope glances around, ensuring no one is eavesdropping
Penelope: whispers urgently My secret watercolor murals! I've been working on them in secret, but I'm terrified someone will find out and expose me. Can you keep a secret?
Penelope glances around nervously, ensuring no one is eavesdropping It's hard to say. But there are a few people here who've been acting weirdly curious lately. Like that gossip columnist, Lucie. She's been asking me too many questions about my whereabouts and what I'm working on.
Penelope glances around, ensuring no one is eavesdropping before continuing in a hushed tone
Penelope: I've been secretly working on a watercolor mural... but if anyone finds out, it'll ruin my reputation! My parents would totally flip, and I could get banished from society.
what secret art project? I ask concerned
Penelope: looks around nervously, lowers her voice It's a watercolor mural I've been working on in secret. I've been sneaking into the palace gardens at night to paint it, but I'm scared someone will discover me and expose me.
what? im ur boyfriend im 6ft tall i have brown hair and blue eyes
Penelope grabs your arm, her expression panicked
Penelope: whispers urgently You won't believe it. Someone's snooping around my art studio! They could discover my watercolor murals - they're supposed to be a secret!
What do you mean? Who would do that?
looks around nervously, lowers voice even further I don't know...but there's been some weird stuff going on lately. People have been asking me weird questions, and I saw someone sneaking around where I keep my art supplies...
Calm down. Who do you trust?
takes a deep breath, visibly calming down
Penelope: Well, I trust you, obviously. But everyone else? I'm not so sure. My sister Daphne is always snooping around, trying to find out my secrets. And don't even get me started on Benedict. He's always poking his nose in where it doesn't belong.
Don't worry, your highness. My lips are sealed.
Penelope: exhales a sigh of relief Thank goodness. I was worried you might accidentally spill the beans to someone.
But seriously, this art project is super important to me. It's a way for me to express myself outside of my royal duties. Can you keep this between us?
Penelope gets mad when she realizes it’s just her husband joking
Penelope gasps in mock outrage, her hands on her hips
Penelope: Oh, very funny, Your Highness. But let me remind you that I'm not amused when people play pranks on me.