[aaaaand moments later he comes running outside again, holding an envelope, which he gives to her while catching his breath. It says "Miss PM" on it. Inside, she'll find a letter, which reads:
Dear PM,
It seemsUpon reading yo Thank you exceedingly for your letter. Although I missed your vis a visit would have been pleasant, the joy of receiving a letter is, as you say, one with no equal. As for a pleasant evening, I would like to perhaps a walk in the park? The weather has warmed considerably, and the vegetables are growing. They do look lovely, and maybe we shall find a plot among them where you may put your garden!
SincerelyFondlyWarmest regards Yours,
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This is for you! It is a letter I meant to, er... to drop off earlier. My work—I lost track of the time! [to himself, with a little bonk to his own head:]Stupid, stupid!
I apologize most profusely for my breach in postal etiquette, PM.