WALDO SCHAEFFER'S DIARY

MARCH 2ND, 1983


Well, it's the start of a new life for us. France is such a beautiful place, even though I'm still having problems with the language. At least Anthea's here to help me.

Construction of the new quantum supercomputer has already begun. The government bought an old Renault factory located in an island in the Seine. The factory is still going to work for some 9 or 10 years, as to not blow away our cover. For now, though, all they're doing is digging underground the factory.

We got a nice, secluded house in the woods. That's why we've decided to call it the "Hermitage". Even though it's somewhat isolated, it's a nice place, and we're comforable in it. Little Aelita loves when I play her the piano. There is also a secret passage to the sewers that will lead directly to the factory, allowing me quick transport in case of an emergency.

Ever since my father passed away a few years ago, I also inherited his winter house in Switzerland. We're planning to visit and take Aelita there as soon as possible. It was a lovely place, I remember when Father used to take us there on vacation. Anthea is also very fond of the place.

For my cover-up story, I got a job as a science teacher at a nearby school, the Kadic Academy. The principal, Mr. Delmas, is a very nice man. He's currently engaged and even invited me to his wedding next year. I'm sure it'll be a pleasure.

The government has recommended that I use a different name for all my public dealings here. I made up a new identity for me. The principal knows me as Monsieur Franz Hopper.

I hope this happiness we found here can last yet for many years, and that we may have success with Project Carthage.


MARCH 3RD, 1983...