A/N: Argh, sorry for the late update. I'll hopefully get at least one more by next week. Two is my goal, actually. Three, if I've really got nothing to do. But probably two will be the most.

Disclaimer: Cassandra Clare owns The Infernal Devices, but I do own Diane Holloway.


Dear Tessa,

Very obviously, Will doesn't seem like the person who will be a friend. I hope I'm correct in making such a bold statement. And this Jessamine doesn't seem like one either. Jem however…I think I can deduce that he's a sound character. I'd love to meet him one day. I think he and Arthur would get along swimmingly.

Just a quick deviation, Tessa. This is rather important, as well. Arthur was supposed to take me to the museum two days ago, but he never showed up. I'm so worried, Tessa. He hasn't spoken with me at all since we arranged it; that was almost a week ago. Do you think he doesn't want to see me anymore? Mother said he probably has a good reason for not being in contact, but I can't help but think that I did something to offend him. I hope I haven't.

Anyway, I'm sorry things have been so hectic for you. I've been feeling guilty for a while, becase I've been having a ball up to…well…you know. Then I think about how so much is happening to you and I sober myself. Stay strong, Tessa. You've gotten through plenty before, try not to worry about anything. I'll try to as well, for your sake.

Au revoir,

Diane Holloway

PS: I'm sorry if this is difficult to read. Abby has been crying all night for the last three days and I am quite sleep-deprived. And also…I won't start to go off like a lovesick girl, but I can't stop thinking about it. I apologize. I'll quit being redundant and instead end with saying I look forward to your reply.


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