My Dearest Baroness,
Long has it been since last we spoke, through no fault of your own, of course, but because my duties have taken me from you. I have been doing things that you would find most appropriate, most suited to further your cause. When you hear my latest tale, you will be most pleased. I have heard stories of your exploits in Xonia, as well, but I must say… it seems rather excessive. I am assured; however, that it is done to further your cause and you will always know what is best. I have never been able to see with the same clarity as you. I have missed passing judgment according to your will; doing so only for money seems so… artless.
Killing for power has never been a motive for me, as well you know, and I truly believe that all those whom I judge deserve it, but I find something… lacking. When you directed my blade against those dishonoring your name, righteousness was my guide, and much glory came to me. Truly, I long for that time when we worked in unison, your beautiful continence the face of my direction, the light that illuminated the path to me. Your power has grown in the time we have been apart, but so too has mine.
Before we parted, I had just acquired the knowledge of Shadow Melding, but I was inexperienced and naive. I believed that I could use it to full advantage by myself, now I see how wrong I have been. My skills have grown, I am now almost fully in the realm of shadow, and I can enter the physical realm with ease. But still, my most prized possession is the darling dagger that you gave to me in our second year together, and I have brought it to bear against your enemies to further your cause, unbeknownst to you, of course. My latest acquisition is Rentruil Erianon, a death decided upon quickly, and executed in your name.
I know in my heart that you will call me back to your service - my dedication to your cause is complete. My blade has been forlorn with the meager findings on my own world. My Art is at your command - my soul at your disposal. As a special gift to you, I am also looking into a matter of great interest to you, a wilder who has shown great power. To bring him into your cause would bring me no greater joy. As I stand here now, I have nothing but myself to offer - a meager petition to one so great as you. In but a short while, the evening sun shall find us lying together, my physical shadow form paling in comparison to the physical manifestation of beauty personified.
Long has it been since we were together, and it is my hope that we come out of the darkness and find each other as we both once were – together. In service to you, I shall be great.
Aeron