June 23rd, 1888

Porphyria,

The thought of the man’s nature had crossed my mind at the beginning of the encounter. But he was much too abashed for me to consider the prospect too closely. Unless of course he is an excellent actor I rather believe he was just misguided in his approach to this predicament.

Perhaps you shall have to show me the other talents my quill might possess as I find myself lacking in such a realm of knowledge. As I have no dueling that I can fall back on but only my own written words, this may prove useful if any brave soul thought of taking further advantage of this fog.

Then let us hope this expedition they have proposed shall find itself successful, for while I have no desire to be in society I do lack the companionship of a friendly face. Perhaps I shall even attempt to shock you with my first attempt at pudding as Cook has finally relented out of sheer frustration.

Nimiane