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Irene

Oh my friend, do be careful. I hope they don't suspect something. Jack and I are having a blast! We have the most fun at night. But the pearl was attacked yesterday. But she survived it pleasantly. Jack was freaking out about them blowing hole in his ship. It was quiet comical. Well must go. Goodbye me good friend.

Emily Dove

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Emily Dove,

Well, I'm glad your having fun. I didn't wait, all of my stuff and my forge is packed up and on the ship-though I can't leave for another two months. I've had it with France. I'm glad all of my stuff is on my ship, they raided my house! Took everything that wasn't already on board. Now I'm in hiding from those bloody thirsty lunatics. they don't care that I'm not of royal blood, they'll have anyone's head on a platter by now. I can't write for awhile until we're safely at sea, away from the crazy folks. I'll write to you then. If I still have my head. I'm glad I sent you those cards. French Revolution be damned, They'll be the death of life if they get their way.

May the wind be at your back, my friend. Pray for me.

Irene Blackthorn

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