17 New, 6104 RTR (January 2001) Elise's letter back to Katherine.
(Elise) (Writings)
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Dear Katherine,

I write to you today with little time, so I first must ask you to forgive me if I am brief. There is so much to discuss and so little time for me these days. I fear I am kept exceedingly busy here on Caroban what with my duty to the High Ambassador, innumerable mages about needing my attention, or what have you. I tell you it is all very complicated and even had I the time some of these matters are best left for us to speak of when we are together again. And I shall take the time to do so upon my return.

Where do I begin?

I suppose I should write of Caroban itself, for it is a wondrous city full of enchantments and the mages who weave them. Almost the entirety of the island speaks of magic, and much of it is quite impressive indeed. Even in such small things as a 'daily special' can one find traces of magic. And the mages themselves are as varied a breed as one would find in the isles of the Bazaar. They are as varied in temperament as form, from the seemingly carefree Dean of Chaos to the stern and unwavering Dean of Mind, they are as colorful as the robes they wear. I count amongst my favorites the Dean of Chaos, though I daresay she is best dealt with from a distance as her carefree attitude is distracting, the Dean of Mind, and a Master of Mind by the name of Cyprian. I believe you may find something to like here, though I fear some aspects of the pervasive enchantment may upset you my sister. Still, shall you ever find reason, you may enjoy a trip to Caroban. Though I would greatly caution you to mind yourself here, the motivations of each mage differ as much as they do.

My stay here as been worrisome, not due to the people, but unforeseen difficulties that have yet to be resolved. Calm yourself, my sister, I tell you that I have persevered through this difficulty and a great deal of it is now handled. The High Ambassador continues to parlay with the Caroban ambassadors and I continue to be much his accessory, First Ones know he should be free from harm. He has however taken to using me an example in his political maneuvering, which I do not truly mind though it does keep me from more pressing work. That work being some research I am part of on Caroban. I dare not speak much of it now, however. It is of a somewhat delicate matter.

It pleases me to hear that you are well. You and Grant, no less. I am beginning to understand what it is you see in the man, and I am not so reserved in my approval of him as I once was. I feel I must give you my best wishes, and it is my hope that the two of you continue as you have. To see my sister so happy brings a joy to my heart you may not fully understand. I have always wanted the best for you in life, no matter what trials may come. I am ever your silent knight of a sister, I hope you understand that. I will also attempt to meet with this priest you have named. I have, recently, found a need to peruse more deeply my own faith. Here on Caroban I have been, I suppose I will say, deep in religious debate. Concerning the Seven Sisters of the Babelite mythology no less, and our own First Ones. Praise be to them. I feel that their strength has guided me through many a difficult time.

And finally, the most pressing matter of your letter. These "Friends of Captain Rockmore" you wrote of. This is a delicate matter indeed. As an officer of the Temple I must be very careful how this matter is handled. I must think on this, and urge you to not side either way until I return. But learn what you can in order that I may learn it in time. This is promising, but still I must consider it carefully. Again, do wait for my return. We shall handle it then.

*stamped with Elise's personal signet*

Lieutenant,
Elise Antoine de Bellefeuille

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