I can’t do this!’ Kate remarked, downing a rum and Coke. She and Joel were sat in the greenroom waiting for the show to begin. A draw had been made to settle the order and they were on first. Each couple had to answer two questions and then it was the talent round which was to be judged by a specialist panel consisting of a previous X Factor contestant, a theatre arts drama coach and Judith Chalmers. After those results were in there would be a final question to determine the winners. ‘We’re going to be fine; we’ve probably practised more than any couple here,’ Joel reassured her. ‘Because we don’t know each other!’ Kate reminded him. ‘And how much do you think real couples know about each other?’ ‘Everything.’ ‘Like you and Matthew?’ ‘That’s below the belt.’ ‘I’m just trying to get your confidence up. We can do this, we’ve practised and we know each other.
