Calling all Bridgerton fans! While the steamy drama of season three has come to a close, the rumor mill is already churning about what's in store for our favorite ton-dwelling singles. 

And for those with a keen eye for detail, the latest season was chock-full of tantalizing hints that Benedict Bridgerton might just be taking center stage in the upcoming season.

That's right, even with Penelope and Colin's whirlwind romance taking center stage, the show's creators couldn't resist sprinkling a trail of breadcrumbs leading straight to Benedict's love story.

So grab your fanciest fan and prepare to dissect the most delicious Easter eggs that have fans buzzing about Benedict's turn to find true love.

Masquerade Dreams and Whistledown's Whisperings

Remember that tantalizing line from Lady Whistledown's closing narration? "It's now time to look forward to the future," she declared, as the camera panned suggestively to… you guessed it, Benedict!

But that's not all.

Remember Eloise's parting words as she bid farewell to London for a season? "Mother would never let me miss her masquerade ball," she declared.

And for those familiar with Benedict's book, An Offer From a Gentleman, a little bell might be ringing. Because guess where Benedict first falls head over heels for his leading lady, Sophie Beckett? You guessed it - a masquerade ball! Coincidence? We think not!

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