Hold onto your corsets, "Bridgerton" fans, because Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton are throwing caution (and societal expectations!) to the wind in a whirlwind of forbidden romance. Season 3 sees the seemingly innocent duo embracing their passions, culminating in a steamy encounter that has viewers fanning themselves.

"They’re constantly breaking rules," Nicola Coughlan, who plays the ever-so-observant Penelope, revealed to TheWrap.

"They’re sneaky, they seem like little sweeties… but they’re always breaking rules.”

And break the rules they do! In a pivotal scene that has set tongues wagging, Colin, portrayed by the charming Luke Newton, expresses his love for Penelope – right before their wedding night! The anticipation reaches fever pitch as he guides her towards a floor-length mirror, revealing her beauty in a way she’s never allowed herself to see. What follows is a passionate encounter that defies societal norms, as the couple succumbs to their desires before their vows are exchanged.

"The Danger of It Makes It Quite Sexy": Forbidden Love in the Regency Era

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