<<1>>,

I didn't think I'd be writing to you again, but here we are.

What you told me, it did what it needed to do. It closed a door that had been left open. I won't pretend I liked it. I won't pretend I took it gracefully. But I've had a little time to let the words settle, and I'd rather send this than leave you with that last impression of me.

I see the truth now. Thank you. Thank you for seeing it through. For going out to a cold stretch of coast and dealing with a problem most folks would rather pretend doesn't exist. I'm still making up my mind about what comes next. Maybe I take up something more stable. Maybe something louder. Either way, I'll manage.

If our paths cross in Shornhelm again you'll get a nod from me, at least. It's all I have. And I hope it's enough.

Vyctorelle