Unfortunately , the earl chooses to marry her elder sister instead . Angelina tries to make the best of this , and in between her medical studies ( it 's always been her dream to be a doctor ) , she makes use of her new , more outgoing self to become one of the most sought - after young women in high society ( referred to by most as " Madam Red " ) . She tries not to hold a grudge against her sister , who she 's always been close to , and even helps deliver her child .

Question: Why is Angelina so crestfallen with the decision ?
Answer: None of the above choices .Angelina was spurned for her brother .Angelina was spurned for a family member .Angelina was broke after the decision .