Dear Eddie,

Thanks for your reply. I’m glad you’re up for this, though I am a little disappointed that you can’t assist immediately. I take it, the contact you mentioned is reliable. Of course he is. I trust you. It’s just, I thought we would work together from the offset. No worries. Honestly, I can’t wait till you’re on board with this.

I shall write to Jo Brady and fill him in with some details; see what he thinks and ensure he’s committed.

I’ll keep you posted with details of my new mission.

Yours

Swan 

Dear Eddie,

Surprised to hear from me?

I know it’s been a year but things have been pretty wild. Involving you in all this is a big ask, but I can’t think of anyone I can trust more with the things I have discovered.

Do you need persuading? What if I said, ‘Aunt Mable’s hatpin,’ would that draw you in?

Reply to me at the PO Box number and then I’ll fill you in with the details. I promise you won’t be disappointed.

Yours

Swan