Gentle Readers,

My thanks for the enthusiasm you have shown for the brief beginning of this new tale. There are a few celebrations to prepare for, attend, and recover from over the course of this weekend. Which I am afeared will impede my progress on relating this story. I shall endeavor to have another installment written by Monday afternoon.

I doff my plumed hat and raise my glass to all of you.

Your Humble Servant

P