The personal diary of Edward Anderson

Nov. 4th

It's been seven years. Seven long years since I've seen her. Cole's grown up to be such a brave young man, but I can't take this for much longer. I can't stand not seeing her. I need her. Cole needs her. Cole needs his mother.

Nov. 10th

Cole was accepted to Lumina academy today. I'm proud of him. He's taking after his father in so many ways.

Nov. 11th

It's Cole's birthday today. It's going to be hard watching Cole go off to combat school in almost a year, but it's going to be worth it. He's already gotten so strong, and I can't wait to see him grow even stronger.

Dec. 14th

Cole tells me he made a friend today. Her name is Amber, and she apparently lives quite close to us. I'll have to keep her family in consideration. However I'm glad Cole has found someone he can relate to. He doesn't make friends that easily.

Dec. 19th

I've spoken to Amber's family about my plan. They've agreed to help, but things aren't quite ready. In due time, though. In due time.

Dec. 30th

The Kerrigan family is almost ready to spring the plan into action. I just hope Cole can forgive me for what I have to do.

Feb. 19th

It's done. As far as Cole's concerned, I'm dead. I just hope he understands why I had to do this when he gets older. First above all, though... I need to visit an old friend.

Mar. 19th

This new arm is going to take some getting used to. Thankfully Mr. Ryder was sympathetic to my situation, and was able to aid me. Now I can only assume my old office is still in order.

The personal diary of Edward Princeton

May 5th

I don't believe it. The old office has been running just fine without me. But now it's time to put the Princeton back in Princeton and Associates.

May 9th

So far the boys have greeted me back at the office splendidly. They even saved my old desk. It's funny though. I didn't expect this warm a reception.

May 18th

My first official day back on the job after eight years of unpaid vacation. It's good to be back.

May 19th

This is ridiculous. I haven't found a single clue as to her whereabouts yet. Oh well, I'm sure I'll find something soon as long as I'm patient.

May 30th

There was a knock at the door this morning, but when I opened it there was just a box on the floor. It had ants in it. I don't think my neighbors like me very much.

June 15th

It's been a while since I've been in town. Maybe I should ask around at the Club to see if anyone knows about where she might be. It's worth a try, I don't think anyone will recognize me.

June 16th

Why did I think that would be a good idea again?

June 24th

Finally out of the hospital and fit for active duty. I'll need to keep in mind how many friends I don't have here in Vale.

July 3rd

It's been more than a week and still no more leads. I didn't think it was possible, but her trail's gone completely cold. Maybe it's time to give up. But if I give up now, all of this will have been for nothing. I won't let Cole become a quitter. It's my duty as a responsible father.

July 10th

So I sat down in my chair today and it collapsed out from under me. I'm thinking those probably weren't ants. God, I hate my neighbors.

July 19th

I wonder how Cole's been faring in my absence. He's probably doing splendidly. I'm positive I left him in good hands. I feel like I should send them a letter. Perhaps a basket of muffins.

July 20th

So apparently there's a very good reason I'm not a cook. However the muffins are done with minimal burning and have been placed in a basket.

July 21st

I've worn through three baskets somehow. I may want to revise my muffin recipe.

July 22nd

I'm going to need a new apartment. On the bright side: no more termites and horrible neighbors.

July 29th

I've moved in to a small house closer to work than my apartment. The good news is my neighbors are perfectly pleasant. The bad news is, their son is in a garage band. I honestly wish they'd take a break from This Will Be The Day and play some good music for once.

July 30th

My neighbors have employed me to investigate the disappearance of their son. However I think this might wind up being an unsolved case.

July 38th

I feel like somehow this obsession with her is interfering with my mental state. Oh well.

August 17th

I mowed the lawn today. It feels good to do something normal on a weekend. I just hope nobody noticed the chihuahua.

August 20th

I've spent the last four days slowly moving the town two inches to the left. Aside from some very disgruntled pigeons and an old lady, no one has noticed.

August 15th

For some reason, I've found myself thinking about time travel. It doesn't really seem possible though. Kind of laughable actually.

August 29th

I think it's been almost a year since I've left. For some reason, even though I've been keeping these diary entries, I have a hard time keeping track of the time. I may want to speak to a doctor about that.

Sept. 15th

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Sept. 20th

The doctor gave me some medications to help with the migraines I've been feeling. For some reason I feel so much better for other reasons.

Sept. 21st

For some odd reason, the medication has been affecting my aim with my pistol. But that man could definitely have tried to duck.

Sept. 23rd

My arm's been feeling a little strange lately. but I'm sure it's just manufacturer error.

Sept. 24th

Out of the hospital again. I hope my jaw sets correctly. I'll definitely need to speak to Mr. Ryder about this arm.

Sept. 24th

Note to self. Trains and runaway mechanical arms are not a pleasant combination.

Sept. 25th

Good news: the arm is as flawless as all Ryder technology. Bad news: I'm going to need some new migraine medication.

Sept. 31st

It seem I've had a slight error in calculations. It hasn't been four months since I've returned. My colleagues tell me I've been back for almost nine years. Funny how time flies, isn't it?