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238 2. THE ELDER SCROLLS CHAPTER 2: DAGGERFALL
[33.67] {Letter from Helseth, Prince of Wayrest, to Lord Castellian}
My Dear Lord Castellian,
Forgive this rough delivery, but it would have been impolitic to approach you at the palace
with this potential problem. Unfortunately, your much deserved vacation will have to
temporarily suspended until this matter is settled. I refer to your sister, Lady Pasipha. For
years, she has been one of the most glamorous figures at the Wayrest court, the darling of all
who appreciate beauty and grace. Rather recently, rumors have circulated that the gold she
has spent on her gowns and jewels could not have possibly come from her husband, who is at
present, impecunious. Distasteful conjectures followed, none of which worth the ink I would
use for recitation. To be quite blunt, a person, who must remain anonymous, postulated to me
that you were borrowing funds from the royal treasury to support your sister's extravagance.
Of course, I defended your honor, but copies of the Royal books were produced that seemed
to support the allegation. I am thus uncertain of the best procedure to take next. Do not doubt,
sir, that I am convinced of your integrity as senior member of the Elder Circle of Wayrest. I
only wish for the matter of the financial records be straightened so if they are brought to
Eadwyre's attention, they can be confidently defended. Please send a reply with this trusted
courier. I would prefer to meet with you as soon as possible, of course.
Very truly yours,
Helseth