March 25th, 1891

Benevolence,

I apologize for being distant as of late. Pregnancy doesn't agree with me, I don't think. Or are all women this ill and only better at hiding it? Though, I will say my condition is not as dire as Witch Weekly would make it out to be. I'm not dying.

I hope to have better days ahead, and would love to visit with you on happier terms than my last. You're well, I presume? The shop and everything else remains unchanged? Have you much business in preparation for Easter?

Yours,
Melody

@'Benevolence Montague' / Madeleine Backus

  

Melody,
There is no need to apologise! I cannot imagine how difficult a pregnancy must be, although I am incredibly pleased to hear that you are not as ill as the gossips would have society believe.

The business takes care of itself for the most part, I have a lovely new manager who is wonderfully capable of handling the shops which leaves me more time for the part that I enjoy the most - that is the plant breeding.

As soon as you are able I would love to see you but if the first time I see you is to fawn over your new addition I shall not at all be offended!

The tea and the plant are meant to help with symptoms, but I admit that it is mostly anecdotal, but they will do no harm, but might offer some comfort.

Love,
Benevolence

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Included is a magical plant that is meant to help alleviate symptoms of morning sickness and mostly just looks pretty, and a tea meant to help reduce nausea

  

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Lady is a wonder

March 27th, 1891

Benevolence,

You have always had a marvelous talent for plant breeding. I know you'll succeed in whatever your endeavors are.

As it stands, I'm quite available for company provided you don't mind my excusing myself every so often. Might I come to you? I could use a change of scenery from the quiet nature of Irvingly.

Yours,
Melody