Nicola Coughlan dropped some shocking news about “Bridgerton” season 3.

Her character of Penelope Featherington will be the romantic lead for the season.

Many had expected Benedict Bridgerton to be at the center of the season.

Instead, her relationship with Colin (Luke Newton) will take center stage.

Coughlan appeared on E! News’ Daily Pop to answer questions about her steamy scenes.

Coughlan said it was “terrifying” to be the romantic lead for the next season.

However, she said she “had a lot of time to adjust to it.”

When asked if she was ready for her steamy scenes, Coughlan had a hilarious response.

“I’m gonna have to be!” she replied.