2 July, 1871
Dearest,
Your timing could not have been more perfect. Just three days ago I told M. Moncharmin that I absolutely had to take a week to rest before beginning the next series of rehearsals. As you can imagine, he was not terribly pleased, but he "granted me leave". It makes me feel rather like I am in some sort of artistic army.
Since I was granted some time off, I would be more than happy to accompany you to Calais. I don't know if you shall truly find me an ideal companion, however. I am subject to girlish fits when I am terribly pleased, and I don't know how well that shall match your somber and business like countenance. Then again, we seemed to get along perfectly well last night, so perhaps there is hope for us yet.
Well, I am off to pack, so I shall end this letter quickly. All my love, etc.
Violetta Sorelli
P. S.: I did happen to find your pocket watch, though not where you suggested. Rather, it was on the floor next to the bed. I certainly do not doubt that you dropped it, though; I believe you were quite occupied with other things at the time.
