To Acting-Governor Aloisius Treadwell at the Myrkentown Meetinghouse
Acting-Governor Treadwell
I - and indeed all Myrken - owe you a debt of thanks for your work in delivering the town from Rhaena Olwak's unlawful rule, and not least for your efforts in forestalling any unfortunate lapses in public order.
Governor Burnie lives but has been weakened by recent events, and so must request that you carry the burden of his office for a while longer yet, until he is fit enough to shoulder them himself. You are entirely experienced enough in public service that he feels confident in leaving such matters to your discretion and entrusting you with safeguarding the stability of the province until then. You are a familiar and dependable figure, Aloisius, and I am certain that we - Governor Burnie, myself and the people of Myrken Wood - can rely on you to bring a much-needed dose of good sense to the workings of government, and to curb any undesirable excesses.
In order to avoid unduly taxing his recovery Governor Burnie will remain at a distance from public affairs until such time as he feels capable of performing his duties to the high standard he requires of himself. When the time arrives I am certain he will contact you directly.
Sincerely
CC
To Marshall Ariane Carnath-Emory at Darkenhold
Marshall Emory
First, I must apologise for the delay in this letter being written; matters surrounding Rhaena Olwak's fall from power have been understandably confusing, and it has taken this long to be certain that it is safe to make contact. I am glad - no, delighted to hear word of your restoration, as evidenced by your excellent and efficacious command of the Militia in the retaking of Myrkentown. Steel suits you far better than silk.
In the unlikely event that Miss Wynsee has not yet brought this news to your ear, I can confirm that Governor Burnie lives. His recent misadventures have taken their toll - more upon his body than his mind, I am glad to say - and he means to return to his duties at earliest opportunity. For now he is safe, and recovering well from his ordeal. It is my personal assessment that he will be every bit as capable of serving Myrken as Governor as before his imprisonment. Possibly moreso.
He offers his thanks for your stalwart work in removing the Foundation's thugs from the streets, and requests that you continue in your efforts towards stability and preservation of the peace, and in countering the vengeful impulses that may be displayed by those most grievously oppressed. In particular he has concern for Agnieszka, who played an instrumental (if involuntary) role in that oppression.
It is best that the Governor remain at a remove from his duties until such a point as he feels capable of assuming them once again. Be assured, however, that he will return, and soon.
Sincerely
CC
To Miss Genevieve Tolleson at the offices of the Inquisitory
Miss Tolleson
Your suspicions were correct. The Governor has been found and retrieved from the Pit, and intends to return soon to his post. You have his gratitude and mine for your exemplary work and unflinching loyalty in the face of danger to both body and mind.
For the time being, please do all you can to ensure that the Inquisitory renders all assistance possible to Acting-Governor Treadwell and Marshall Emory in the performance of their duties - it is imperative that we preserve and fortify what stability and public order remains, as only from a stable foundation can the work of repair begin.
Sincerely
CC
To Miss Gloria Wynsee at the Broken Dagger Tavern
Miss Wynsee
I trust you made a safe return to civilisation, and have recovered well from your time in the Pit. I regret that I could not aid you further or indeed accompany you to Myrkentown, and hope that you understand and forgive my reasons for remaining at a distance from the events that transpired there in the immediate aftermath of Rhaena Olwak's removal.
Governor Burnie recovers well, and I will insist that he well remember your brave and invaluable assistance. Be assured that he will return to his office before too long, and set right what has gone astray over recent seasons. Meanwhile I commend you to meet with Miss Genevieve Tolleson of the Inquisitory and Marshall Ariane Carnath-Emory of the Defence Committee, who I feel would greatly prize your unswerving principles and strength of character, and find constructive applications for both in the service of Myrken Wood.
You are an extraordinary young lady, and I look forward to hearing of your future successes.
Again, my thanks.
Sincerely
CC