Son,

  I spoke with Gekaryna vela’Herst earlier today regarding your wedding with Ilsenila. I am displeased with her making an offer like that to you—and as I’m sure you will hear—I made this quite clear to her.

  I am happy for both you and Ilsenila, but I am quite disappointed that you would accept her offer. While I can understand why you did—do you not feel as though you’ve cheated? I will be talking with you and your brothers about this when you return, as I do not want this to become a trend among my sons.

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  I have asked her to dock 50% of your pay until you have paid back the advance (as she had called it). Whether she does this is up to her.

  Your Father