[The reply doesn't arrive immediately as Gilbert needs some time to reread the letter he received from Caren a few times and to think of an appropriate answer.
Maybe not just some time. But it's finally here.]
Caren,
I will never share the contents of that letter, as I am aware of the wrath I would bring upon myself. I suppose writing is much easier for me, I would not even dare to say such a thing, would I?
Honestly, I had no idea you were so concerned about your behavior. Or about my, well, nervousness. If I may...this is what I would call endearing. Moreover, I would like to assure you that despite my usual behavior (which, I admit, maybe a bit misleading), I do enjoy spending time with you. Do not hesitate to tell me I am a weird man after reading this, but after so many years it is quite refreshing to have conversations like ours. Many years of what, you may ask? Years of solitude. I is been a hundred years since I've seen my master. It is not only that, but I do not want this letter to be too depressing. I will tell you more in person, someday.
I would like to learn more about you as well. To think of it, I really do not know much. Of course, you are not obliged to tell me everything, not everyone can afford to be completely honest and I understand that quite well. Whether you decide not to, this does not change anything—my offer to be of your assistance still remains available.
Please, there is absolutely no need to give me anything. And I will pretend that I did not see those few last sentences.
Gilbert
PS. Believe it or not, I am smiling now. That would mean you succeeded.
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interchained) wrote2016-03-03 07:19 pm
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Maybe not just some time. But it's finally here.]
Caren,
I will never share the contents of that letter, as I am aware of the wrath I would bring upon myself. I suppose writing is much easier for me, I would not even dare to say such a thing, would I?
Honestly, I had no idea you were so concerned about your behavior. Or about my, well, nervousness. If I may...this is what I would call endearing. Moreover, I would like to assure you that despite my usual behavior (which, I admit, maybe a bit misleading), I do enjoy spending time with you. Do not hesitate to tell me I am a weird man after reading this, but after so many years it is quite refreshing to have conversations like ours. Many years of what, you may ask? Years of solitude. I is been a hundred years since I've seen my master. It is not only that, but I do not want this letter to be too depressing. I will tell you more in person, someday.
I would like to learn more about you as well. To think of it, I really do not know much. Of course, you are not obliged to tell me everything, not everyone can afford to be completely honest and I understand that quite well. Whether you decide not to, this does not change anything—my offer to be of your assistance still remains available.
Please, there is absolutely no need to give me anything. And I will pretend that I did not see those few last sentences.
Gilbert
PS. Believe it or not, I am smiling now. That would mean you succeeded.