Philip Smithwaite

Philip Smithwaite, a character in The Duchess Affair book, is a nobleman and Cecily's lover. He is first seen in Chapter 6.

Appearance
Philip has short blond hair, blue eyes, light skin, and a light stubble. He wears a white shirt with a white cravat, a golden floral vest, and black pants.

Personality
According to Cecily, Philip likes his freedom.

Background
He is the second son of Baron Middlebury, and now that his brother sired an heir, he will never inherit. He has an artistic bent, and he performs in plays in London.

The Duchess Affair

 * Chapter 6: A Bloom with a View
 * Chapter 8: In the Hunt
 * Chapter 15: Behind the Mask
 * Chapter 18: Dueling Hearts
 * Chapter 19: A New Dawn (Mentioned)

Your Character
Cecily introduces you to Philip in Chapter 6, and tells you about their secret affair. When Cecily says that the two haven't spend time together lately, you and Nat can help them do so by accompanying them to a nearby lake. By the end of Lady Bobbington's party, he invites you to a hunting party at his estate. If you have helped Cecily and Philip spend time together in Chapter 6, he is eager to return the favour for you and Nat in the future.

Cecily Wharton
Philip and Cecily are lovers. The two met at a party a few months ago, danced several reels together since her husband hates dancing, and Philip taught her how to waltz. The two see each other a lot privately.

Nat Pippin
Philip is Nat's second during the duel with the Duke. When Nat is shot, Philip tends to his/her wounds, and tells you that if you were to stay with Nat, this could help in his/her fever break up.

Trivia

 * His character model resembles Baron Cosman from Desire & Decorum.
 * He shares the same name as Philip Wallace from Foreign Affairs.