While enjoying some family time, Penelopes latest Lady Whistledown column is delivered.

But if you look closely at the lingering shot of the new column, youll see more society rumors.

However, that was a few years ago now and has long since been forgotten.

Penelope Bridgerton. Photo via Netflix

What could such piping-hotRegency teamean?

But What Does It Mean?

Sophie Beckett (his love interest in thebooks)was the daughter of an earl and his maid.

Lady Whistledown’s column. Screenshot via Netflix

Sophies mother passed away during childbirth, and she was raised by her grandmother somewhere across England.

So if youre one for theories, the Lady Whistledown columncouldbe a sneaky way to introduce Sophies backstory.

I think were tipping our hand just a little bit.

Benedict Bridgerton. Photo via Netflix

On the other hand, this could very well be a reach.

Plus, Penelope is trying to use her quill for good now.

So why would she be writing about a piece of drama frombefore she was born?