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Witch Weekly · February 17, 2020 – 11:54 PM

Valentine's Day: A Scandalous Scam?

Valentine's Day. It's the holiday everyone "loves" to talk about, but it's become more apparent that men and woman alike—from the dreamy, doe-eyed debutantes to even the most serious Ministry officials—have warped the holiday's message into one that exudes irresponsibility. A time that should be spent celebrating families and spouses has turned into one used as an excuse to rid oneself of all common sense and morality and act on every passing romantic impulse.

The romantic spirit has fueled numerous incidents over the past two years, some of which have cost ladies and gentleman their future success and happiness. No one can forget the elopements that took place during the amortentia scandal, nor the recent elopements of Lucille Flint and Ace Lukeson! Even unassuming members of society, such as the well-respected Ari Fisk, married suddenly after a short engagement period with no prior courtship!

This fact has become even more clear during the Valentine's Day Ball this year. It's not unusual for socialites to host these events, but it was clear that something was different about this one! Group dances were replaced by couple's dances, and there were more than a handful of private conversations happening between members of the opposite sex! It would be unfair to make assumptions, but it's difficult not to speculate!

Reuben Crouch and Melody Finch were spotted deep in conversation away from friends and family. It's an unusual pairing—and a questionable one, too!—given Mr. Crouch's flirtatious reputation and Miss Finch's upcoming nuptials. The last time Mr. Crouch was involved with a woman of Miss Finch's standing, she ended up disowned and destitute. We can only hope that Miss Finch has a more even head than Miss Annabelle Scrimgeour did! The two disappeared during the night, adding more fuel to the rumors about their involvement!

Tybalt Kirke and Elsie Beauregard were also spotted together, and the pair is no stranger to speculation. When Miss Beauregard reportedly turned down the advances of Mr. Percival Adlard, some speculated that her long-time friendship with Mr. Kirke was to blame! The two were spotted whispering away from the crowd. We can only hope that Mr. Kirke will do the responsible thing and let her go easy so she can find happiness with someone more stable!

While impossible to know what the pairs were discussing (as well as everyone else in attendance!), it's clear that Valentine's Day—and romantic-themed events in general—are leading society into moral bankruptcy. Gone are the days of careful matchmaking and years-long courtships, and in are the days of romantic rendezvous and elopements.

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