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poly_chromatic2013-07-23 07:55 pm
her_waterloo) wrote in poly_chromatic2013-07-23 07:55 pm
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[ This is a photograph of a letter, not the best quality but she tried for good lighting. The paper is white, mostly, with a cup stain across the middle, and the handwriting is small and cramped. ]
Dear Watson,
I've received communication that you've been kidnapped, but as I saw you go upstairs approximately ten minutes ago, it seems unlikely. I haven't figured out what game this woman is playing, and she hasn't used any of our agreed-upon code words, it is nearly certain that this letter will instead be routed to someone who wants a sample of my handwriting for some nefarious purpose. But as I don't intend to actually provide her with the letter, and am simply waiting for you to return from your brief toilet, I feel as though I can speak freely.
If indeed you have been kidnapped, then you know what to do. Information is key. I expect a return letter, whether by this post or otherwise. If your message gets to me and is not edited by your captors, I will certainly be able to find you. If edited it may take me longer. Don't lose heart.
It seems time grows short. Best of luck with your investigation.
S.H.
[voice]
[ After a moment, there's a long sigh. Joan had volunteered to paint when the strangers asked, and this is the fruit of her labors: a letter from home. ] It sounds just like him, that's for sure. I wish I knew something more about handwriting analysis. Although that would require a comparative sample, so it isn't any good either.
Has anyone else received anything from the new regime as a gift for helping out? Any other letters? I figured that would be the hardest to fake.
I'd like to get together and compare notes with anyone who has.
Dear Watson,
I've received communication that you've been kidnapped, but as I saw you go upstairs approximately ten minutes ago, it seems unlikely. I haven't figured out what game this woman is playing, and she hasn't used any of our agreed-upon code words, it is nearly certain that this letter will instead be routed to someone who wants a sample of my handwriting for some nefarious purpose. But as I don't intend to actually provide her with the letter, and am simply waiting for you to return from your brief toilet, I feel as though I can speak freely.
If indeed you have been kidnapped, then you know what to do. Information is key. I expect a return letter, whether by this post or otherwise. If your message gets to me and is not edited by your captors, I will certainly be able to find you. If edited it may take me longer. Don't lose heart.
It seems time grows short. Best of luck with your investigation.
S.H.
[voice]
[ After a moment, there's a long sigh. Joan had volunteered to paint when the strangers asked, and this is the fruit of her labors: a letter from home. ] It sounds just like him, that's for sure. I wish I knew something more about handwriting analysis. Although that would require a comparative sample, so it isn't any good either.
Has anyone else received anything from the new regime as a gift for helping out? Any other letters? I figured that would be the hardest to fake.
I'd like to get together and compare notes with anyone who has.
Re: video:
I hope so, too.
video:
Have you seen a doctor?
Re: video:
[And she doesn't want to.]
Are you a doctor?