even if i can't, i have to.

change pronouns and gendered nouns as necessary.

now, now. there’ll be plenty of other opportunities.

it’s more about confidence than anything else.

you make it sound so easy.

nothing ever rattles you, does it?

you do know that you cannot show someone your best without allowing them to see your worst.

they’re quite lovely, are they not?

the damn thing stung me.

please don’t. do not leave me.

do you think _____ will like it?

perhaps by then, you will have an engagement to announce.

i shall be the very picture of amiability.

for goodness’ sake, ____. stop your pacing before you give me indigestion.

i’m sure you’ll find the gentlemen there very good company.

and since when has that ever created an issue?

you will charm him with some assistance.

oh, i am so pleased you were able to come.

she’s too busy reading to notice anything else, as usual.

enjoying your brief respite from the ferocious packs of marriage-minded young ladies, _____?

well, i cannot wait to meet the woman who has captured your heart.

tell me, what is she like?

is that a promise or a threat?

you’re smiling. i see my plan to win you over is already working.

i was smiling at the view, which you are now blocking.

mark my words, _____. by the end of your stay, your opinion of me will be much improved.

i did not think you such an optimist.

since your schemes to manipulate me are now out in the open, i suppose it would be an improvement, indeed.

i’m entirely flattered, ____.

i very much look forward to spending time with you and your family.

so you’re quite set on your decision, then, i take it?

i made my intentions clear.

you must know there is no need to hurry such a momentous occasion.

You should take the opportunity to get to know one another.

i only hope you are acting with a clear mind.

you have wanted me to marry for years. and now you suggest i wait?

what exactly are the rules of this game?

pall-mall is less about the rules, more about the goal.

it is a poor player who plays the game, and a wise one who plays their opponent.

i believe i shall rather enjoy this game.

he will strike when he thinks you are least suspecting it, so always be suspecting it.

i, of course, am a complete enigma who will divulge none of my secrets.

he’s usually the most genteel sportsman. except as far as this field is concerned.

are you often in that part of town? seems it is rather far from the fashionable side, is it not?

perhaps i might ask you the same thing. but i will not because i happen to believe a lady’s business is her own.

it’s meant to be a game, is it not?

you exaggerate.

are you the superstitious sort?

i know some men cannot perform without their familiar tools. like a child with a blanket.

you’ll find it gets easier.

your head is clearly elsewhere, _____.

yes, the season can be quite cutthroat.

you have the chance to best him.

that would not be very sportsmanlike, would it?

i was told unsportsmanlike conduct was a requirement for this game.

what do you say, _____? are you in a losing mood?

ah, is that so? you would bravely bear the crushing shame of defeat?

i shall, uh… join you if you like?

there is no need to spoil your fun on my account.

do you want my help or not?

it is not amusing.

i believe i… underestimated you, _____.

that seems to be the theme of our acquaintance, does it not?

well, since we are long past formalities… tell me frankly. what must i do to win your approval?

she will be amusing company at dinner.

i know what well is, and this is not well.

he cannot do this. i will not allow it. you stop him.

i told you, you may not speak to him.

it is not your choice to make. it is mine.

flutter it so, to draw his eyes to your bosom. and remember to laugh at his jokes.

every man wishes to be thought a sharp wit.

you have an interest in travel?

do i need a reason to enjoy their company?

i do hope the afternoon was not too taxing for you.

you do express yourself so agreeably, _____. it is refreshing and rare indeed.

i myself am fortunate to have found a love of literature, but also of learning as well.

i must admit to you. the only books i have read this year are ledgers of the estate’s accounts. and, um, they’re all dreadfully boring.

it is perfect, then. you are much too busy to read, and i am very much in need of someone to tell about my stories.

i so enjoy talking of books.

well, uh, i… i only hope his intentions were genuine and nothing less.

who are you, and what have you done with my brother?

what exactly are your objections?

if you say she is the one in whose presence you cannot properly think, or even… or even breathe. if you say you feel that feeling.

all those years traveling, you have not been tempted to marry?

could you stop your interruptions?

might i ask you for the honor of your company for a promenade?

it only takes the smallest of doses to feel the effects.

or perhaps it will allow you to escape the thoughts that’ve been plaguing your mind.

you must not let the game of pall-mall dismay you. antagonism is, i’m afraid, what you must expect.

was it your choice you never married?

my brothers tell me i have a habit of being rather direct.

everyone tells me it is fate worse than death to end up a spinster.

the world is not exactly welcoming to an unmarried woman. there seems to be no place in society for us, except at the edge of things.

that rather seems to be society’s flaw, not a woman’s.

now i’m making myself useful with embroidery.

perhaps join us for family dinner?

i know this is hard. i know you miss him. but we all miss him.

_____, this is it. this is my best. i am doing my best.

i feel even sorrier for myself because, most of the time, all i am thinking is that this little baby did not do me the kindness of killing me so that I could be with my husband.

_____ was the air that i breathed. and now there is no air.

i hate to see you like this. so weighed down.

i’m fulfilling my duty to this family, _____. that is what takes precedence above all else.

i know that is what you want too. i know that, deep down, it is what you have always wanted.

you’re quite certain how well you know me.

you deserve the feeling that i had the moment _____ placed that ring on my finger.

i could never be the cause of such pain, no matter how cruel and hard-hearted everyone else may find me to be.

the buzz of the city is thrilling indeed, but i quite enjoy the peace of the country.

_____, dear, you alarm our guests.

it has certainly been a privilege to truly make your acquaintance these past days.

you must know you did nothing wrong.

surely, if _____ were to propose, he’d have done it by now. yes? what if i have missed my chance?

i have bungled this entire affair. and now i feel like a fool.

i knew he would only end up hurting you. come here.

you are the diamond of the season. there is nary a gentleman back in london who does not wish for your hand. you have choices, _____.

you were right. i’ve allowed my doubts to plague me for too long.

you are a fatwit.

you shall all bear witness to my talents!

shh! it’s the middle of the night!

he will be as insufferable now as you.

are you ladies not always writing letters?

funny how distance is no match for memory, is it not?

well, devil if i know.

it is your job to be observant, is it not?

i think we can be of use to one another.

so your feelings are too strong for you now?

all you are doing, _____, is toying with the emotions of an impressionable young lady.

i can assure you, happiness is not your strength. exasperation, perhaps. fixation, most definitely.

the only feeling you are, in fact, capable of engendering, my lord, is that of discontent.

do not tell me what to do!

it is only a bee - ow!

add  + REVERSE  to reverse the roles!

∆ FOLLOW ∆  -  sender grabs receiver’s hand to bring them somewhere

∆ STOP ∆  -  sender grabs the receiver’s hand to stop them from going somewhere

∆ FRIGHT ∆  -  sender grabs the receiver’s hand because they are scared

∆ EXCITE ∆  -   sender grabs receiver’s hands out of excitement

∆ OVER HERE ∆  -  sender grabs receiver’s hand to grab their attention

∆ COMFORT ∆  -  sender places their hand atop the receiver’s to comfort them

∆ HEAL ∆   -  sender treats a wound on the receiver’s hand

∆ COLD ∆  -  sender warms receiver’s hands in their own

∆ CATCH ∆  -  sender grabs receiver’s hand(s) to keep them from losing their balance/falling

∆ LIFT ∆  -  sender grabs receiver’s hand to help them climb up\down from somewhere

∆ SIZE ∆  -  sender starts measuring their hand in comparison to receiver’s

∆ TRACE ∆  -  sender starts tracing the receiver’s hands in their own

∆ OUTSIDE ∆  -  sender kisses the back of receiver’s hand/their knuckles

∆ INSIDE ∆  -  sender kisses the palm of the receiver’s hand

∆ TOGETHER ∆  -  sender entwines receiver’s hand in theirs as they are walking

∆ SWING ∆  -  sender swings receiver’s hand in theirs as if they are a child

∆ BRUSH ∆  -  sender accidentally brushes their hand against the receiver’s as they both reach for the same item

∆ CLOSE ∆  -  sender places their hand with their fingers just barely touching receiver’s, too shy to fully hold their hand

∆ CIRCLES ∆  -  sender gently rubs circles over the receiver’s hand with their thumb

Percy and Cassandra de Rolo from Critical Role.