But these lies, if placed into the hands of the one meant to read them, would become the most beautiful and heartbreaking truth in the world.
He wrote three continuous pages in one breath, and upon reaching the final page, he deliberately relaxed his wrist so that the handwriting would become trembling, as if the writer were struggling to hold back tears.
"I do not dare to send this letter to you. I will probably hide it away, stashing it in a place only I know, like a secret, just like my love. Do you ever think of me? Just a little bit, amidst all those meetings and contracts? I hope you do. Have a good business trip, remember to dress warmly, remember to eat your meals on time, and do not drink too much coffee or your stomach will hurt again.
Love you.
Lucien Sinclair."
