Musings

[This e-mail is sent about an hour after this conversation concludes.]

From: sister_R@baptistmissions.org
To: father_V@baptistmissions.org
Subject: Further Actions

I met with Mr. Darby and handed off the first half of the payment. I explained everything to him, and await instruction to give him the rest of it. The money is safe.

I also participated in the Valentine's charity auction. I won Orin Monarch, the weapons tycoon. Is there anything you want me to do when the carnival comes around?

From: father_V@baptistmissions.org
To: sister_B@baptistmissions.org
Subject: Errand

I need you to do something for me. In Aubade you'll find a man named Luca Darby. Stop by my apartment, I have something I need you to drop off with him- an envelope with a generous donation for services rendered.

Be on your best behavior. He's a powerful and important contributor to our cause and I would hate to lose his allegiance.

-V

Encouragement was not part of the bargain. But I'm satisfied with your work.

I'll be in touch if I need you again.

precisely one hour after this, a courier is waiting in Pratt Park with ( this. )

I've heard about your work.

Seattle Public Library. 6 PM Sunday.

And I particularly enjoy Charles Dickens.

[Posted as soon as he gets home from this]

I'm looking to play ball, and would like to find a court.

( --- )

ring

[Sent on Monday evening]

From: sister_R@baptistmissions.org
To: father_V@baptistmissions.org
Subject: Arrival

Sir,

I've arrived in Seattle. I was informed that I should be ready to work as soon as I step off the plane. I am ready to do whatever you need of me.

ring.

Hello, all you vile and loathesome disgraces to humankind lovely lovely people. As much as it pains me to have to stoop to this I’m looking for somewhere in the area that sells exotic pets- snakes, to be perfectly specific- and everywhere I’ve tried has been infuriatingly misinformed about the reptiles they’re supposed to be experts on less than helpful for my particular needs. If anybody here knows of somewhere that might be better suited, mind sending the information my way?

You can reach me either through this inane handy forum, or find me at my apartment if you’re idiotic enough to take that particular risk- Bathos 703.