Papa,



How are you fairing? Did Mama give you the potions I had made from the physicians? Are they helping with your appetite? I had hoped you would be better enough that we would be able to return home, but I would hate for the added stress to worsen your condition. I would say that I wish I was there to handle the horses and books, but both you and I know that Theo is much better suited for that. Instead, I wish I was there to keep you company. I miss my favorite Mercenaries partner.



I do not know how much you’ve been in communication with Uncle, but I am certain he’s informed you of the fact that the Prince of Colchis, Vangelis of Kotas will be here in a few short days. I am most excited for a chance to return the favor his family provided for our family. While his reputation is of a dangerous man, I have known him to be nothing but kind and honest. His people are certainly devoted to him, and his siblings often remind me of our own family. Had I not been so desperate to get back to Pia’s side, I may have stayed longer to get to know them better.



Rest assured, Papa, that I may have finally found someone who could make me happy. I know I have been very reserved since everything that happened with the Creed, but I feel like I can safely say that he is helping me heal. Perhaps it is his bluntness, with no sugar coating to try and dance around difficult topics. Or maybe it the way he acknowledges my emotions without making them feel out of place. He seems to value our differences. I will trust you to keep this between us, for if Mama found out, she may tell Uncle. I do not know why it matters now, but I do not wish for him to think that my feelings for him lay in his royal title. Though, I am sure for you, the title does bring you a bit of peace in knowing he will be able to take care of your daughter.



But I am getting ahead of myself. He is not a man given to suggestion, and any ideas of marriage will have to be arrived at on his own terms. But, perhaps by the end of his visit, it will be as difficult for him to leave as it was for me.



Oh Papa, I wish you were here. I have greatly missed your company, and the short visit since my return was not nearly long enough. As soon as you are well enough to handle company, I’ll come riding your way. Perhaps we will be able to take a turn about the stalls together. I long to bring you comfort and tales from my adventures. But for now, rest, and I will continue to make offerings to the temple of Hermès for a swift recovery.



All the love I possess,



Selene