Surely no other fine lady of the Great City can equal you in hospitality, graciousness, or dare I say beauty. The funds that you forwarded for the new machine have been received and have put to good use. I have hired a new assistant in whom I see a great deal of promise. With her assistance and with the aid of Mr. Murty, of whom I believe I spoke during our conversations, we should be ready to begin construction within a matter of weeks. I will of course keep you informed of the major milestones as they occur, but I would very much enjoy a visit by you to University Ponte-a-Verne. I believe you would find the architecture and the gardens to your liking and the village has many interesting sites as well. I would be more than pleased to extend some semblance of the kind courtesy which you offered me. Eagerly awaiting your next letter, Your humble servant, Meced Baines Calliere Ph.D. Iolanthe folded the letter closed and with a satisfied smile, placed it in her letter box. Clearly the Professor was smitten.
