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[33.68] {LETTER FROM HELSETH, PRINCE OF WAYREST, TO LORD CASTELLIAN}
[33.68] {Letter from Helseth, Prince of Wayrest, to Lord Castellian}
My Dear Lord Castellian,
Sorry about the necessity of delivering this letter by the roughest possible service, but it
would be unthinkable to approach you at the castle on such a delicate matter. I have long
admired your loyalty to the crown and neutrality in internal affairs. Understand that I only
want to save your dignity from a possibly embarrassing scenario. The problem rests in your
sister, the Lady Pasipha, who though she resides abroad still communicates regularly with
members of court. I understand and respect the depth of your sibling love and affection for
one another, for, in response to a curious inquiry of mine, Lady Pasipha sent me several
touching letters penned in your hand. "Have you ever espied with delight a red berry halfdrowned
in cream? So I dreamed of you, my dearest love, pouring my soul into you, sweet,
for your touch, dear, my soul is quite forfeit." While you and I know the innocence of your
fondness for the lady, the more prurient minds at court, as you are aware, are inclined toward
grotesque misintepretation. Her husband, I understand, is famous for his jealous rages. I am of
several minds on the matter, how to best avoid possible negative reaction, and would
appreciate your response at the soonest possible opportunity. I will await you at Castle
Wayrest.
Helseth, Prince of Wayrest
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