The Man With A Bloody Mind [Story]

[Wake]

Letter #87

Dear My Lovely Mary,

I regret to inform you that the actions you have committed were useless. You did not and could not stop me as before. I will continue on without rest until Genevieve can sleep peacefully at night. Kate and she seems to not be getting much sleep. I myself well late at night in my office chair look out the window at the moon wondering when did things really turned into such a chaotic mess, as my plans are starting to take form. It is getting harder and harder and think of you because I know I am going against your most deepest wishes, but I cannot help but think I am now a different man now that you are not by my side . I wonder at times if you would come back if even now after all this time. I also got wonder if you're thinking of me no matter the space between us that I know. I will love Genevieve with as much love as two people.

I have gotten Thomas into the same line of work as you, I think you would be quite proud of him. He is progressing well and above all, he smiles quite often. I know he still thinks of you. I should also inform you that he had Margaret are getting married next month; a February wedding. You always said that was the best time of year to get married. I think that is his honor to you. There is not much more that he can hope to do. We finally have a reconciled last Wednesday, we put our differences aside and will work together for our common goal. I will make sure no matter what that no harm will ever come to him or his soon-to-be bride. When we finally sat down and had a proper chat he asked me to be his best man. It was impossible to say no. I that instant I went from still have lingering feeling of hatred towards him to feeling like we were brothers once again. Now that I look back on this past week I cannot even imagine how I felt so much hatred towards the man after everything he has been through. He has always been like a brother to me. I can now see and confirm with my own eyes why he was your best friend and you trusted him over everyone else even me, and rightfully so. Ye else even me, and rightfully so. You know how I process things, how I see things, how I work things out of my mind. What drives me is impulse. Even so you loved me and cared for me when I was sick and took care of me when I could go no further. I think you know this will be the last letter I send to you; the documents enclosed are that of the previously discussed matter and also the pictures that were discussed previously in the letter that preluded this. I had mentioned that Jonathan had come back and seem to have quite a good start up business going for him. I am happy to officially report that his company is doing even better than what he or I could have ever foreseen when he came into port and discussed with me his plans.

Finally, as it comes towards our anniversary, we are all going to gather “in the place that must not be mentioned…” is quite funny now that that, the place is called that after all that has happed there. I am so sad to report Angie will not be joining us. It looks like she is still traveling on that wretched ship; I am sorry to say that even though you tried so hard to fix our relationship, it has not improved. Though I can say my personal feelings for her in the manner towards aggression have subsided and I think that is mutual. Though I can never call her my friend again, deep down in my heart. I owe a great debt to her that I can never repay and if at a moments need I would be there for her if she ever calls and asks for me.

“Where the heart lies within me…” At that time I had been too naïve to answer your question about how what I have been truly feeling. I was young and too much of a greenhorn to realize what you truly were asking and why you are truly asking it. At that time if I had just properly answered back then, I might've been able to be by your side for so much longer. I am afraid I made that same mistake again and that is why I have to write this letter to you instead of being able to see you in person right here and now.

I promised myself that I would end this letter feeling satisfied and that even though not everything has been resolved quite yet, I know in my heart and soul that I will not need to write to you again. Whether you receive this letter or not… either way it’s given me the peace of mind and I need to keep moving ahead with my life and with Genevieve's. I have no choice in the matter. Now, that child will continue to grow and I will continue to need to be there for though in the coming years. That might be difficult, I will as always try my best and try to do everything at ounce and I might stumble along the way, but I will this time I remember what is truly important. And never forget about the ones I have loved or the ones that have cherished me.

Sincerely Yours; The Man With The Bloody Mind,

Eric

Edited October 7, 2012 by Emotional Outlet

[† Anras Rune]

this is a pleseant surprise, and a very interesting one at that.

I like the different format, not many people use letters as an introduction anymore, so refreshing. Interesting little slivers of plot mixed into the seemlingly innocent letter. Im looking forward to seeing you develop this!

[Kinara Uzumaki]

Oh! I have a slight feeling that this one is something I ought to understand very well. I hope you keep writing more as soon as possible! The ending of the letter is somewhat familiar.....

[Wake]

Letter #14

Dear Mary,

I deeply regret and apologize for not writing to you sooner, the main topic of our last discussion was too heated for a letter and I should've come to see you in person and discuss that matter. I was too embarrassed and childish and my sincere wish is for you to forgive me and we can continue on this path together. I also realize that I never thanked you for dinner. It was lovely to see Genevieve she gets prettier by the day... and so do you….

Sadly, that was not my main reason for responding at this time. I have found someone quite skilled in the area of expertise that we need. She is a bit crude and rough, but I wish to send her to you for you to teach her the proper ways so she can fit in and be unseen. She is young but she has lots of talent, so Thomas should be arriving with her within the week you receive this letter.

Please understand that no matter what happens between us I hold our work to a higher priority than anything else, I have to set my feelings aside. Otherwise those who wish me harm will attack the ones I hold most dear, I know you can protect yourself and Genevieve just fine but I still worry. I know dinner last time was a disaster but I wish to make up for it if in a months time; when you have finished training Angie you still wish to. I would be happy to invite you on a second date.

Sincerely yours, the man with the bloody mind;

Eric

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My pace quickened as I walked down the cobble road by the secondary market in our small but wonderful town. My pace quickened as I took a left near the bakery. It was just after twilight the stars were starting to shine brightly. The moon was, but just a sliver… my pace quickened faster and I took a right. My hand found the grip of my blade in my right pocket and slowly formed its way around the handle gripping it tightly. I did not take it out but was at the ready at any time. For the shadows behind me were staying and distance and I did not think they would dare attack for they knew who I was and I would show them no mercy. But still, it was funny that they would tail me now that I had completed my mission. I knew one way or another, I would have to have a chat before the nights end. I took another right and looked up and down the alleyway that I just entered. It would be close quarters the fight within an alleyway only 4 foot wide but very doable for me. They might be armed but with their arms restricted and their movements in this fight should make it be too easy. Just leave one of them alive and I should get the information that I need. I took out the blade and wait patiently for them to catch up. I looked back up at the night sky… was quite too beautiful for it to become bloody.