A letter to Milton

[Jennifer Hazelton]

Mr. Northbridge,
I hope that this letter finds you well.

I wish to apprise you of the situation that we discussed in the garden some time ago.
I look forward to hearing from you.

Lady Notary Jennifer Hazelton, Priscus of the Nosferatu

[Milton]

It does not take for a reply to Jennifer's missive to arrive. The letter is doubled-enveloped. On both envelopes, Milton's initials are inscribed over the fold. Neither set of initials is broken, ensuring nothing has been tampered with. The message itself is written in precise cursive:

Lady Jennifer Hazelton, Notary of the First Estate and Priscus of the Nosferatu,

It would be a pleasure to meet with you to continue our conversation. As I hope you are aware, I am always available to you. Please let me know where and when you would expect me to appear and you will find me there.

In Anticipation,
MN

[Jennifer Hazelton]

Mr. Northbridge,
I hope that this letter finds you well. I am quite pleased to hear that.
Shall we meet on the 28th of January at [address]?
May you be well until we meet again,
Lady Notary Jennifer Hazelton, Priscus of the Nosferatu

Milton will recognize the address as one of Jennifer’s Havens, the one he met her at on another occasion.

[Milton]

Milton's reply arrives promptly, packaged as before.

Lady Notary Hazelton,

If I could acquire a sprig of gooseberry on short notice, I would surely include it with this letter. As it is, I can only express my anticipation with these meager words.

Until the appointed date, time, and place, please be assured of my gratitude for the invitation. I will see you then.

Best,
Mr. Milton Northbridge