Martha, finding no one at the Elysian Field yet keen to report her return and be in compliance with the Rules, spends time writing a neat letter to Asa. Carefully, politely, leaving it for his attention, close to his official chamber.


Your Royal Highness,

I regret my recent, and unforeseen, absence. This absence was in no way intended to be a slight to you.

I beg the opportunity to serve you once more and, at your discretion, return to an Acknowledged status within your Domain and hereby humbly petition for an audience.

I remain, as always, loyal and at your service.


Semper Fidelis

Miss Martha Villiers



Asa Clarke