Bridgerton's Lord Debling Must Be Real Competition for Colin for One Simple Reason

Summary

• Bridgerton fans are looking forward to Season 3 for a variety of reasons.
• Penelope's newfound glamor will attract Lord Debling.
• Lord Debling's interest in Pen will prove a simple point.

There are many reasons to be excited about the upcoming third season of Bridgerton. First and foremost, it's been more than two years since Season 2 was released, and fans of Netflix's hit period drama are almost desperate for a new installment. Second, viewers are eager to see what happens to Penelope's Lady Whistledown business now that more people are aware of the gossip writer's identity.

Most importantly, people are excited to see Colin and Penelope's love story unfold as the duo go from longtime friends to passionate lovers. What's even more exciting is that Pen will have at least one other suitor, Lord Debling, with whom Colin will have to compete for her affections. And while the third Bridgerton brother will surely be the victor, Lord Debling must become a serious competitor for him to prove one simple thing.

Even a Wallflower Can Bloom

It would not be an exaggeration to say that Penelope has been unlucky in love, as no one seems to have taken an interest in her during her two years on the marriage mart. She has sat on the bench while other girls have been courted by various suitors, though not every courtship has resulted in marriage.

A wallflower – that's how Penelope is conventionally referred to on Bridgerton – someone in the background who simply contributes to a larger social picture that everyone else enjoys. And the reason for her unpopularity, unfortunately, is her body type. So it's heartbreaking to realize that a girl as talented, smart, and gorgeous is only noticed by Colin, who suddenly realizes that his affection for her is more than just friendly.

For this reason, Penelope needs to know what it's like to be noticed and popular, what it's like to attract people's attention, and what it's like to have the upper hand in a relationship with someone who is courting her. She deserves to be looked at in awe, to feel desirable and appreciated. And it's certainly nice that Colin is going to give her all that, but the more people do it, the better, which is why Lord Debling must be seriously interested in Pen.

Due Recognition

Furthermore, Lord Debling's attention is important to Penelope's arc because he has a high social standing. In this case, Penelope won't just be noticed by a few suitors, she'll attract someone the entire Ton reveres, which will demonstrate her true worth to the society that was so quick to dismiss her.

Hopefully, Lord Debling and Penelope's relationship won't be a disappointment when Season 3 of Bridgerton premieres on May 16.