As for the romantic notion of aristocracy, it's best to court wealthy widows. Otherwise, it's quite easy to end up dead.
Especially, these unmarried noble ladies, once you cross their line, you will likely end up entangled with them.
If you don't have sufficient status and position to support a mistress, it's better to behave yourself. Otherwise, you risk ruining your reputation, and it may affect your chances of marriage alliances in the future.
Hudson has high standards for his other half, requiring her to be appealing, intelligent, and well-behaved.
As for being equally matched in social status, that goes without saying. These noble ladies here mostly meet his standards. Anyone who doesn't have sufficient social status simply wouldn't fit into this circle.
"Viscount Orlan is here!"
Someone announced, drawing the attention of everybody present. Hudson, being tactful, quickly took the opportunity to escape the crowd of noble ladies.
