Dear Fiona,

I had my first social gathering after work. I served tea, punch and small sandwiches. It was enjoyable. It was such a good experience for mother Jenny and I believe we shall do it again next month. I believe mother Jenny enjoyed the gossip the most.

I decided to ask Miss Shaw for tea. I took the opportunity to learn how he came to work for April, her training and where does she see herself in the future. It seems she would like to travel and see other parts of the world, especially when the war is over. She has been saving her earnings, living frugally and limits her expenses. When I asked if there was anyone special in her life, she responded no. Her body language suggested protecting otherwise. I told her of our dearest friends Louisa and Fiona, and told the story of how Louisa became brave. She lit up and asked, "How did she know when to be brave?". I answered honestly, that I didn't know.

Miss Shaw asked if I had someone special in my life. I replied that I have been lucky in my life where someone else was brave, all I needed to develop patience. She asked who became brave for me. I didn't want to give up our autonomy, but I felt this young woman's pain. I confessed our love, but never unveiled my true half-Silurian self. She smiled. I asked why the smile? She replied, "I suspected." She promised to keep our secret. I thanked her, but to be sure of our privacy she must confess a secret of equal value. Miss Shaw fancies Miss Alice Gardner!

I need to know, honestly ... are you eating? I have enclosed twenty pounds, please go to the bakery and butcher for proper food. I beg of you.

We all are in agreement, Elsie is not a person we would want in our lives. Louisa said a personal journal is an excellent idea. The medical school will type your logs into your official file. Keep your diary safe. When we see each other we can swap it out for a new diary. I will make sure Miss Shaw types everything before I hand it over to Louisa. Elise will not hold your career hostage, period.

I went out to buy the mixed drink book but put it back on the shelf. I decided to wait until you are home to do such a fun project.

Are you worried if I happy (under the circumstances). How happy are you? Don't you get caught up in your surgeries? Do you know feel stronger achieving something? Do you see sadness all around, but think of me and smile. I am the same way. I come home from from a rewarding day and feel like I have accomplish something. You do not have to worry about me.

I know we shall be together soon. We are amazing women who have achieved so much, your mother would be proud. So if part of your brain thinks I sit in the corner waiting for you to come home ... erase that thought immediately. I feel your love all the way here in London and at night I dream of you. The most traumatic time for me is morning. My bed is cool and my dreams ends. I am lucky because I have my mothers and daily exercise. What do you to face your day?

Our tea is safe. Mother Vastra is frustrated.

Your Alaya

PS When do you have a few days off?