August 4th, 1888

Febs,

Forgive me for not writing sooner. Immediately after you left on the morning of the 2nd, I fell back asleep and did not wake until the evening. I then proceeded to stay up until this morning of the 3rd, which is when I was scheduled to return to work—and Merlin was it a shock to my body. There's nothing like being accosted by coworkers by being missing for a month, but I suppose I can be thankful that Mr. Jameshill, Mr. Sterling, and Miss Connolly were also on the expedition so I cannot alone be blamed.

Today was much more tame; I can appreciate the paperwork required of the head auror when I'm exhausted beyond comprehension. I would very much welcome your presence after a long day of work, even if it means doing nothing more than sitting on the couch together. Would you come and keep me company this evening?

Love,
E

  

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August 4th, 1888

Edric,

I'm relieved to hear you caught up on your sleep. I managed some myself, though only until the early afternoon. I fear mother had thought I'd gotten ill again. Fortunately not the case. You'll ease right into the office, I imagine.

I don't think tonight is a good night, as much as I would like to. Mother is entertaining some friends and I don't think I'll be able to Floo out. I should be able to get my wand back this Monday, I think it would be more prudent if I were able to apparate in and out. I'm sorry, Love. I would if I could.

Love,
Febs

  

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Late evening, August 4th, 1888

Febs,

I understand. Perhaps you'll come in the morning, then? It's Sunday and I'm not working.

Love,
E

  

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August 5th, 1888

Edric,

I'm sorry, Love, I didn't see your last letter until this morning. I fell asleep early last night, it was a long day. I spent it with Fortuna working on her new exhibit for the museum. Which coincidentally, would have been my excuse to come see you today, but I doubt my mother would buy that two days in a row. I'm trying to not drive her to drink- or make her suspicious.

Without my wand it's incredibly difficult to get out of the house unnoticed. Mr. Ollivander said it would be ready tomorrow. I'm sorry, Love. It would have been wonderful just to spend the day together.

Love,
Febs

  

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August 5th, 1888

Febs,

I thought the lack of fog would make it easier for us to see each other. We wouldn't have to worry about the where and the how. I could apparate into your garden—stealthily, of course—and come get you if your wand is a problem.

Love,
E

  

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August 5th, 1888

Edric,

I thought it would be easier too. Do you really want me climbing down the tree outside my window to meet you in the garden? I suppose I could make it work if you really wanted. I would like to see you. You'll have to bring me back early too.

Love,
Febs

  

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— UNSENT —

August 5th, 1888

Febs,

If I wanted to? Don't you want the same?

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— SENT —

August 5th, 1888

Febs,

I'm sure I can work with your time constraints. I'll be there.

Love,
E

  

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