Title: Family Matters
Description: (Lord Cullen Newbury)
Description: (Lord Cullen Newbury)
Lord Julian Newbury - July 12, 2008 02:31 AM (GMT)
Dearest Father,
Wilmot and I have arrived safely in Lawley fiefdom, despite his predictions that we'd encounter ruffians on the road. I suppose we didn't appear to be worth the effort, what with our traveling lightly. There was a brawl at the inn we stayed at on the way, but we managed to keep to our rooms – the only thing damaged was our chance at a full night's sleep.
I'm afraid the missive you sent Lady Katherine regarding my visit must not have been properly delivered, as my arrival was regarded as something of a surprise. I'm afraid I may not have cut the best of first impressions – Lady Elena's personal servant seemed to think I was a beggar – perhaps I should take Isobel's critique of my clothing more to heart!
The Lawley family's hospitality has been without flaw, however. Lord Darien seems quite the charming sort (yes, I know you don't approve of him, but he's yet to do anything to offend me!), Lady Katherine... has quite the presence, and Lady Elena is a most intriguing young woman – and a literate one at that! Whilst there I found myself being treated less as a diplomatic guest and more in the manner of a suitor. Am I right in assuming your purposes in sending me to Lawley included the courting of Elena? And before you ask, yes, I did deliver the letter you gave me unto Lady Katherine, and no, I didn't read it (though I suspect Wilmot did).
If I am set to court Lady Elena, I can't claim to be entirely averse to the idea. She is intelligent, practical, and well-read, in addition to being of a most poetic appearance. I shant write too much of her now, though, lest I prove unable to stop.
Give my affectionate regards to Isobel, Rachel, and the twins.
(Wilmot sends his greetings as well.)
Your son,
~Julian
Wilmot and I have arrived safely in Lawley fiefdom, despite his predictions that we'd encounter ruffians on the road. I suppose we didn't appear to be worth the effort, what with our traveling lightly. There was a brawl at the inn we stayed at on the way, but we managed to keep to our rooms – the only thing damaged was our chance at a full night's sleep.
I'm afraid the missive you sent Lady Katherine regarding my visit must not have been properly delivered, as my arrival was regarded as something of a surprise. I'm afraid I may not have cut the best of first impressions – Lady Elena's personal servant seemed to think I was a beggar – perhaps I should take Isobel's critique of my clothing more to heart!
The Lawley family's hospitality has been without flaw, however. Lord Darien seems quite the charming sort (yes, I know you don't approve of him, but he's yet to do anything to offend me!), Lady Katherine... has quite the presence, and Lady Elena is a most intriguing young woman – and a literate one at that! Whilst there I found myself being treated less as a diplomatic guest and more in the manner of a suitor. Am I right in assuming your purposes in sending me to Lawley included the courting of Elena? And before you ask, yes, I did deliver the letter you gave me unto Lady Katherine, and no, I didn't read it (though I suspect Wilmot did).
If I am set to court Lady Elena, I can't claim to be entirely averse to the idea. She is intelligent, practical, and well-read, in addition to being of a most poetic appearance. I shant write too much of her now, though, lest I prove unable to stop.
Give my affectionate regards to Isobel, Rachel, and the twins.
(Wilmot sends his greetings as well.)
Your son,
~Julian
Lord Cullen Newbury - July 12, 2008 05:01 AM (GMT)
Translation:
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| Dear son and Wilmot, I am glad you have gone safely to Lawley. Did I send a missive? I do not think I did. I forget these things without your mother to remind me. I am ignorant about clothes. Ask your sisters. They will know. Darien is a (large scrawling blot-out) PHILANDERING DANDY AND A BAD INFLUENCE. I am glad you find Elena so fetching, and if she is as charming as you say I shall not hold him against her. Literacy is very attractive. Read her poetry. I think she is good for you because of her obvious intelligence. (Side note: Go for it! Be bold, they like that!) Thank you for giving Lady Katherine my letter. I will visit Lawley when I can. Love, Your Father. |