5 Fan Picks For Eloise's Unexpected Ally In Bridgerton S3 (#5 Is Just Awww)

The Bridgerton Season 3 buzz keeps building with each new promo that comes out. Fans can't wait for the love story of Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington to finally unfold in all its romantic glory and spicy steaminess.

But there are other characters whose arcs are generating excitement in the fandom. For example, while not much is known about what's in store for Eloise Bridgerton, an official synopsis dropped a hint that's had fans scratching their heads for months.

'Eloise [...] has found a new friend in a very unlikely place,' the description reads, prompting curious whispers in fan discussions.

Remember how Season 2 left us all with a lump in our throats? Eloise found out Penelope's big secret and things got... well, complicated. Their friendship hit a speed bump, to say the least.

So naturally, everyone is wondering who Eloise's new friend is going to be. After all, it has to be someone important to the story, or why mention them at all, right?

Here are the top five theories straight from the Bridgerverse rumor mill:

Cressida Cowper

This is a very plausible theory, since we saw Eloise and Cressida paired up for a Valentine's Day promo event. The ill-mannered bachelorette has a history with Penelope and will likely play an antagonistic role in Season 3, as she did in the original book by Julia Quinn. So if she becomes Eloise's new friend, the big drama is inevitable.

Theo Sharpe

Ah, sweet Theo. Fans are rooting for a reunion between him and Eloise. Sparks flew between them in Season 2, and the way things ended didn't feel final. So who knows? Maybe they'll pick up where they left off now that Eloise is no longer threatened by Lady Whistledown.

Sophie Beckett

Some fans think that when Season 3 arrives, we should keep our eyes peeled for Sophie, Benedict Bridgerton's future flame. If the show follows the book, she'll have a maid's position in the Bridgerton household. That could mean she crosses paths with Eloise and other siblings sooner rather than later.

Lady Tilley Arnold

Here's a new face to watch out for. A sexually liberated wealthy widow, Lady Tilley brings some serious independence vibes to the scene. Could she be the one to strike up a friendship with Eloise? This could be a new step for Eloise in understanding the nature of female freedom.

Phillip Crane

Last but not least, we've got Sir Phillip Crane in the mix. Yes, if things go Julia Quinn's way, Marina's husband will play a much bigger role than he already has and become Eloise's ultimate love interest. Book fans can't wait to see the couple finally interact on screen.

But it's unlikely they'll meet face to face. In the books, their sweet love story begins when they become pen pals. So a 'very unlikely place' in this situation would be letter writing.

Source: Deadline.