Keep the story small
- Introduce her as a friend — true on the day
- Agree how you met in a sentence, not a novel
- Avoid inventing a relationship your family will follow up
- Keep details close to true: where she lives, what she does
If someone asks directly
Many clients decide in advance that they would tell the truth if asked directly — that they asked a friend from a service to come so the day would be easier. Said calmly, it is rarely the scandal people fear.

What she will do
She follows the introduction you agreed and never volunteers more. If a question goes beyond the brief, she keeps it light and lets you answer.
Common questions
Will she pretend to be my partner?
She follows the agreed introduction inside the platonic rules. "A friend" works better for most families.
Can she come back next year?
Yes, if she is free and you are both comfortable — the same companion again keeps the story simple.
What if a relative recognises her?
Tell us where the day is and who will be there; we avoid introducing someone with obvious overlaps.
