My dear Millerna,
I hope this letter finds you well. I have managed to find the time between all these diplomatic visits to write to you properly and to ask you how you are managing.
Not that I am worried on that front, as you've proven to be equal to the task of ruling Asturia in father's stead. I have always believed you capable of it and I think now you believe it too.
I am sorry that we have not been able to discuss recent events in much depth. We've both been kept too preoccupied by the war and its consequences. And I've had to leave on this trip before things properly settled down in Asturia. I have just left Freid, where our young nephew is managing things very admirably for one so young. The next and last stop is Fanelia where I will discuss the current situation with King Van.
But let me take this opportunity to properly respond to the note that you left me, although it seems ages now since I read it. So much has happened and I believe that you and I have both changed. But certain things must be addressed.
I know that we have often quarreled and let me be the first to admit that the fault has been on both sides. In my determination to protect you, I have tried to control you and I have sometimes prevented you from being who you truly are. And for all this, I must ask your forgiveness.
I am trying to be more open-minded about things as I see you are trying to understand the importance of following the rules. There's still much work to be done before we can strike the balance but I'm glad that we are working together on this.
And though it barely needs saying now, all is forgiven, my dear sister. Despite all our disagreements, you know I can never stay angry at you for too long. It is always challenging because, as you said, we are both stubborn to a fault. But only because we care deeply about one another.
I do not say this as often as I should but I need you to know that I am very proud of you, that I have always been proud of you, and that I will always be proud of you.
My duties on this mission are nearly concluded and you can be sure that I will be by your side again soon.
With love,
Eries
