— SHIP QUESTIONS @earlharcourt
How did they first meet? Perusing the ice-cream shop, Gunter’s.
What was their first impression of each other? At least on Margaret’s end, she found Richard to be charming and engaging in conversation.
Did any of their friends or family want them to get together? No one was particularly enthusiastic for or against the match at first. Margaret did get a little push back from her father as scandals appeared but nothing drastic.
Who felt romantic feelings first? …Richard??
Did either of them try to resist their feelings? Yes, both are in heavy denial of love.
If you had told one of them that the other would be their soulmate, what would they think? Margaret at least would follow the trend of deny, deny, deny.
What would their lives be like if they had never met? Another round of the season for both. Season 2.0 Electric Boogaloo
Who initiated the relationship, and how did it go? Richard simply by being charming and persistent. He was successful.
Did they have an official first date? If so, what was it like? They didn’t.
What was their first kiss like? Chaste, sweet.
Were they each other’s first anything (kiss, relationship, etc.)? NOPE on both sides.
What’s their height difference? Age difference? Margaret is three inches shorter (5’8/5’11) and five years younger (25/30) than Richard.
What’s their relationship with each other’s families? Both of their families are scarce. They see Margaret’s parents most often given the close distance, but Margaret makes a point of being cordial and open with Richard’s distant Cadogan cousins.
Who takes the lead in social situations? This is pretty equal but probably Richard just a bit more.
Who gets jealous easier? …Richard?
Who whispers inappropriate things in the other’s ear? Richard
Who said “I love you” first? I really couldn’t guess.
What are their primary love languages? Quality Time
Who uses cheesy pick-up lines? Richard
How often do they cuddle/engage in PDA? As far as out in the open for anyone to take notice, not often. Margaret isn’t overly fond of PDA. She’ll hold hands or stand close but that’s about it.
Who initiates kisses? Richard
Who’s the big and little spoon? They take turns :)
What are their favorite things to do together? Converse, walk Nuneham grounds, play cards, just spend time together.
Who’s better at comforting the other? Margaret is better at comforting Richard.
Who’s more protective? Richard.
Do they prefer verbal or physical affection? Pretty dependent on the situation, but Margaret at least leans toward verbal.
What are some songs that apply to their relationship, in-universe or otherwise? Grow as we Go by Ben Platt, I Found by Amber Run, Tightrope by Sara Bareilles
What kind of nicknames do they call each other? Margaret doesn’t really have any for Richard and isn’t big on nicknames, she’ll use proper titles in a more playful way.
Who remembers the little things? Margaret
If they get married, who proposes? Richard proposed as expected of the time.
What’s the wedding like? Who attends? Big, lavish, close family, friends, really anyone of desirable standing around St. Georges.
How many kids do they have, if any? What are they like? Four children, three girls and a boy. All fair haired and very opinionated.
Do they have any pets? Three dogs. Currently the two foxhounds and beagle Barnaby, but no one should be surprised if Margaret acquires a few more hounds over the years.
Who’s the stricter parent? Margaret
Who worries the most? Margaret
Who kills the bugs in the house? The staff
How do they celebrate holidays? At Blenheim mostly since it is where Margaret’s family is and entirely more lavish for celebrations.
Who’s more likely to convince the other to come back to sleep in the morning? Margaret convinces Richard to come back to bed. She is the night owl, after all.
Who’s the better cook? The staff. Specifically, Margaret’s cook Esther Talbot.
Who likes to dance? Margaret, more so.
