2nd November 1892

Eugene,

I really hope this reaches you on time, the owl I entrusted it too seemed a bit off his rocker. In any case, it brings me great pleasure to tell you that I should finally be released from my project and coming home in the next few weeks! I'm sorry I can't say more, it's been so hectic here I can scarcely believe it's been a few months. I miss you dreadfully.

Must fly, matron just came in demanding less lying around and more work — Merlin forbid we be given a respite longer than it takes to write a few sentences of a letter.

Yours,
Tilda

  

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November 4th, 1892

Tilda,

It seems to have  taken a couple of days, but it did make it! I'm relieved to hear you'll be completing your project and heading home my way soon. Letters just don't cut it sometimes. It feels like eons. I hope you're safe and well and that things are going smoothly.

I have a surprise for you when you get back. Maybe two.

Missing you too, immensely.

Affectionately,
Eugene

  

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8th November 1892

Eugene,

Merlin, I can scarcely keep my eyes open. Matron is so strict, you'd think she took pleasure in making us miserable. It'll feel so good once I'm on the way back home. We were told the 20th as a definitive date.

Two surprises? Merlin, any chance of a hint at what they are?

Yours,
Tilda

  

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November 10th, 1892

Tilda,

I'm glad to hear you've got a return date; it's been far too long since I've seen you. I will mark the 20th on my calendar.

No hints. I would like for them to be complete surprises. My apologies darling, just ten more days to wait.

Looking forward to it.

Affectionately,
Eugene

  

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12th November 1892

Eugene,

You are so cruel as to keep me in suspense! As if enduring Matron's grating tone isn't enough. I'm sure you're doing this purely to make me suffer.

Maybe I'll annoy Matron enough that she'll send me home early.

Until then —

I remain forever yours,
Tilda

  

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