Dearest Gentle Reader,
The “Polin” season has ended, leaving a mix of emotions. Penelope and Colin’s love story was a rollercoaster ride of intense passion, heartbreaking deceit, and profound self-discovery. As this chapter closes, we can’t help but feel a sense of longing for what’s to come in the next season. The Season 3 finale teased the storyline for the fourth season, focusing on the beloved character Benedict Bridgerton (played by Luke Thompson), leaving the audience anticipating what’s in store.
In Julia Quinn’s book series Bridgerton, specifically in Benedict’s book An Offer from a Gentleman, the story revolves around Benedict’s quest to find true love with a twist. In this Cinderella story, Benedict meets a mysterious young woman at his mother’s Masquerade Ball and becomes infatuated with her. The woman, named Sophie, is the daughter of an earl but has been treated as a servant by her disdainful stepmother. Benedict embarks on a two-year-long journey to find her, and they eventually find themselves in each other’s arms.
In the concluding scene of season 3, Eloise (played by Claudia Jessie) prepares to depart for Scotland. While speaking with Benedict (Thompson), she casually brings up their mother Violet’s upcoming Masquerade Ball. This seemingly insignificant detail bears significance and may have gone unnoticed unless observed closely.
While this is speculation, it hasn’t stopped fans from creating their theories. Many are now wondering if the fourth season is Benedict’s story, will it feature a Shondaland twist, especially after Benedict’s journey to finding his sexual identity? Since season 4 won’t premiere until 2026, fans have a long time to find out.
Let us know in the comments what you’re excited to see in the upcoming fourth season, and remember to keep up with Nerds and Beyond for all your Bridgerton news.
