Condolences on your old man clinging to the mortal coil but congratulations on having continued to avoid his demands for the time being. The continent sounds quite agreeable, though I doubt my wife could be prevailed upon to join us. The hospital couldn't do without her, et cetera. She has some sensibilities that are still positively low class, but nevermind — I expect her career helps her feel important since it's the only thing she's properly good at.

But nevermind about her. I can find my own company. When did you want to leave?

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