My Dearest Gamferth,
Your letter did reach me, safe and sound, from the hands of Éoric himself! I am well, my dear friend. Please have no worries on that account. I have been kept very busy with aiding Elfswith at the stable, and running errands to the other villages of the Westfold. Being so near to the border, there is a growing need for supplies for the horses, as the forces muster and keep ready for any threat from the west.
But, listen to me, already prattling! If I tell you everything on paper, we shall have nothing to talk about when we meet. And on that note, of course I would love to have you visit and go for a ride together! I confess I miss your company just as much, my friend. Being home is a great comfort to me, but the world is still an uncertain and bewildering place in times like these, and I long for the solace and warmth of your friendship. And I daresay Jack would love to see his own friend, Sig!
I will be ready and glad to join you, whenever a day is convenient for you to come.
Affectionately Yours,
Brynleigh
