Inquiry:

[temptationaccomplished]

[Oh dear. Is he doing this right? Is this where you put this? How does one go about asking about jobs? He's never done this before. He was just...given a sword, given an assignment, sent on his way. Do as you're told and stand over there. That's a good lad.

However, despite the uncertainty in his inquiry, the writing itself is spot on. This is all penned very neatly, with the styling of someone who was once and still is very comfortable writing with a quill--and not in the Modern Hipster Instagram Crafter way, but in a way that has been sculpted by changing influences over time and adapted to suit his personal aesthetic. There's an air of English Roundhand to it, with hints older styles like Chancery in some of the letters. The penmanship is flowing and legible and very old-fashioned, but not quite ancient. Circa late-1700 to mid-1800, so very modern! Someone knows very well that they are DAMN GOOD at pretty writing, missed doing it, and is quite happy to take the opportunity to show off.]




To Whom It May Concern:

I wish to inquire about open job positions available in the area to students. I have over 30 years experience with antique and rare books, including acquisition and preservation of historical and culturally valuable documents. My area of specialty was misprint Bibles, books of prophecy, and first editions. I also have experience crafting illuminated texts, making inks, and binding books using traditional methods.

Any assistance at all is most appreciated.

Yours sincerely,

A. Z. Fell
House Ka
Diatu Magic Academy

P.S. I don't suppose there's any need for a food and wine critic, is there?

Comments

[talkyourwayout]

It's not going to make it worse, though, you know?

And the general plan for what to do with wealth is to be wealthy.

[temptationaccomplished]

When you look at the scope of history, it does make it worse, though, Louie. It really does. Negativity is called such for a reason--it takes from the world, makes it all a little less bright and wonderful.

You intend to just sit on your wealth? What good is that? Spend it, donate it, disperse it into the world. Don't hoard it. There's no point to wealth if you keep it to yourself, except for pride and greed.

[talkyourwayout]

Wow, you have really thought a lot about this, haven't you?

[Which is as close as Louie will come, for the time being, to admitting that he makes a pretty good point. On both fronts.]

[temptationaccomplished]

I suppose I have seen a lot of things in my time and these are common mistakes of even bright, ambitious people.

[talkyourwayout]

And we're back to you sounding like my uncle. I guess I'll think about it, okay?

[temptationaccomplished]

Alright. Thank you.
And I suppose I will take that as a compliment.

[talkyourwayout]

I guess it is one. I mean, Uncle Scrooge is really cool and smart.

[temptationaccomplished]

The infamous Uncle Scrooge! Thought as much. Miss Webby mentioned his adventures. I’m afraid the name has a different sort of connotation in my world, given association with a literary character, but I am very glad to hear YOUR Scrooge is so “cool.” He certainly sounds like a fellow with a good head on his shoulders.

[talkyourwayout]

Oh man, yeah, Webs loves telling people about Uncle Scrooge. I'm sure you've got a good idea of his story, then.

He does! And he got rich through hard work alone, so I guess it is possible.