Nicole, Fourth Marchioness of Stanford

"A cautious, clever woman with close-set eyes and excellent skin for her age. She has long managed her own financial affairs, and donates dutifully to charity."

 is a Benefactor that showed an interest during your job at A Contract at the Gaiety.

The Lady in the Box
"A lady of means sometimes attends performances. She has been known to show a keen interest in chorus members."

The Lady in the Box is an Aspect on the card A Contract at the Gaiety. It notifies you to the presence of  watching your performance before she becomes a Benefactor.

Meeting Nicole
"A lady has arranged for us to be introduced in the glittering cafe across the street. She is very complimentary; she listens attentively to everything I say; she has brought a gift. She hopes that we can be friends."

To meet Nicole, Work with A Contract at the Gaiety and add Health or Restlessness when it asks for Extra Effort, as long as the aspect The Lady in the Box is present. Once Nicole has been met, this aspect will disappear from A Contract at the Gaiety.

Quotes
"In a moment of passion, the Most Honourable Nicole has proposed marriage. If I seize the moment and accept, this will transform my life... and close other doors forever. [Talk to the Marchioness before her enthusiasm wanes, or she'll feel spurned.]"

- After Nicole's Besotment reaches at least 7

"The Most Honourable Marchioness of Stanford has been heard to declare that she doesn't quite understand exactly what she saw in me."

- After Boredom reaches 7, Nicole's timer runs out, or the player rejects her proposal of marriage