Armand's First Letter. Amelia's First Letter. 12 December 1021, Veronica's College, Edenford My dearest cousin Armand, I have so much to tell you! But first I must wish you my best wishes for the holy season just past—a "thing of the most odd", as Margaux might say, for of course as I write in early … Continue reading The Iturian Relay
Month: January 2025
The Ways of the Ancients
Armand's First Letter. Amelia's First Letter. 16 November 1021, Veronica's College, Edenford My dearest cousin Armand, As you see from the direction, Maximilian and I have escaped the confines of L'École du Sorciers (much loved though they are) and are temporarily in residence in Edenford, the better to collaborate with Dr. Tillotson and his colleagues. … Continue reading The Ways of the Ancients
On the Edge of the Eaton Fire
I awoke at about 4AM on Wednesday, January 8th, to feel my house shaking while the wind roared around the eaves. I've lived in this house for nearly sixty years, and heard and felt the Santa Ana winds countless times; but this was beyond my experience. The whole house was shaking and swaying constantly, as … Continue reading On the Edge of the Eaton Fire
Rock of Ages
Armand's First Letter. Amelia's First Letter. 15 October 1021, L'École du Sorciers My dearest cousin Armand, I shall begin with the exciting news: Maximilian and I were able to make a small excursion in our caravan! A brief trip, only, just two days, to the village of Saint Rocher, where Claude Bergeron and Dr. Peyronnet … Continue reading Rock of Ages