Darling Kate,
You were right, about everything. I will explain it all in this letter. I was scared, when I read that article, I nearly died, I couldn't imagine my life without you. Mother assured me you were fine, that you made it off, but I couldn't know, not for sure. I am sorry for your loss, Jim was a great man, an even better father. I'm terribly sorry that he won't be there to walk you down the aisle to me, to be able to give you away. He's in a better place though, always remember that. Tell your mother that I am dreadfully sorry, that we pray for her. I pray for you, every time I think about I pray that you are safe, until I can get to you to protect you. Part of me is upset that I wasn't with you on your voyage across the sea, but then your voice, the voice of reason in my head, tells me that I would have died, to save you or another innocent being on that ship, being forced to leave you, forever.
Kate, by the time you get this letter you will already have seen. I've been published, Kate! Actually published. My writing is out there, for the world to see and enjoy. It has already made a profit, and a large one at that. I am a best-selling mystery novelist, now. You always believed in me, even when I didn't believe in myself, and for that I could never repay you. I'm moving to America, mother and I, by the time you get this we will be on the next ship out to you. I already have the tickets, they are next to me now as I write you this letter, homed beside the picture you gave me, both a promise to me everyday that we will be reunited. Mother and I were going to take a later ship, but I couldn't go without seeing you, holding you. Don't worry Kate, the publishing company that has taken me has a location in New York, we won't have to move out West, unless you wish to do so. We can buy a home, an apartment or house. Whatever you want Kate. We can have a big or small wedding, we can do all the planning when we are together again.
I love seeing you with children, Kate. I know how self conscious you get, but believe me you were born to be a great mother. The day we have our first child, is a day I can't wait to arrive. I'm returning your money to you, save it now. Soon enough it will be our money. Don't forget to get out and explore that new country, meet some people, make a few friends, don't work all the time Kate, like I know you do. I will write your mother and tell her to force you out into the world. Of course I remember you Aunt Theresa, do tell her that I apologize for not writing her personally to warn her of our engagement. I'm glad you wear the ring I gave you, I know you like it, but I can buy you a new one, one with a real gem or stone, now that I can afford it. Don't write back to this letter, it will only be returned, I will see you soon my love. I can't wait to be reunited in the city of New York, where people bustle around and time moves faster than here in England. I miss you dearly love and will see you so very soon.
Love your always,
Rick