March 4th, 1892
Miss DHP,
I'm glad you enjoyed the scones, I have included the recipe for you. Careful, it's a secret, guard it well. I must admit, I enjoy your take on the cookies with the jam. That is certainly my style. I think I prefer your idea to my own, my compliments to the chef.
You have me pegged fairly well, which is slightly surprising. I am a sweet and sour sort of person. I like pairing flavors that wouldn't normally go together. It's part of the fun. I don't however, drink much tea. I get up far too early for that to suffice, so I have turned to coffee and I drink it black, though sometimes add a touch of honey.
Your clues do seem to point in one direction, though I would be remiss to make an outright guess. You have several sisters, flowers are your first language. Does your family have a shop here on the high street? I have the feeling I am acquainted with your mother.
I appreciate your candidness, I too find sending and receiving letter to be relaxing at the end of the day. I do apologize that my letters arrive in the evening, the shop keeps me far too busy these days. I often forget to enjoy the little things in my limited down time.
Along with the recipe, I have included some truffles I think you might like, but please let me know if otherwise.
Sincerely,
Q. Honeyduke
Q. Honeyduke
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