Dead Letters

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[These will be found inside Maya's locker, to which she's given the combination to Janis! Many of them are written with a shaking hand.]

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Angus

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Elle was a beautiful woman. A bright and vibrant soul who did not deserve this place, let alone what befell her. Just as I cannot forgive myself for anything that has happened, I cannot forgive what I have done to you, either.

You are a kind man, and above all, you possess a brave heart. I trust you to guide them through.

Benjamin

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お父さん. Otousan. It is the Japanese phrase for father -- specifically, it refers to one's own father. I called you it the day Spongebob was hurt, you likely do not remember it. But I could not forget that moment. Nor will I ever forget your strength and kindness.

You questioned your humanity once. But in the end, it was I who was the monster. And so, I hope from all of this, you will take one thing to heart. We are not defined by what our past is, but by each action we take every day. Between the two of us, only one bears hands steeped in the blood of our loved ones. It is not you.

Cassandra

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You are every bit the woman I look up to. You are strong and noble, and you have not failed to protect those you love. If there is a chance for mercy or redemption, then firstly I do not deserve it. But if the gods deem it so, I hope I can live my life in a way you would be proud of.

Elsa

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I wish I'd the opportunity to know you better. You have a bright soul, are powerful in your own right, and believe strongly in justice. I might have wished to see you in Arendelle, to see you in your element, so to speak. I think you could have taught me a thing or two.

Farrah

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Of all the letters I have had to write, this is the hardest. How could I ever begin to explain or apologize what I've done. Perhaps some of the others will find it in their hearts, but I don't expect it. Truthfully, I expect you to give me hell. I look forward to it, even.

I know what is coming for me. I have done something I cannot be forgiven for, and I accept that. My only hope is that you were the one to figure it out. You deserve it, for all that I have put you through.

Janis

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[Janis's letter is attached to a jacket! There's a button messily sewn on -- the same with a bit of deer skin! Cute!]

I'm sorry.

For weeks, I had thought about turning back the clock. The Wizard would not allow for us to reverse the time here, but I believed that perhaps I could convince him to make use of the Giraffe and prevent any of this from ever happening. I discussed that plan at times, but most of the others were concerned of losing the memories we had.

I did not understand for so long. I believed that knowing you lived without worry would be better than any relationship you would not remember. But now, facing down these final hours, I understand. No matter where I went, no matter what happened, I would always remember my love for you. I always will.

I know I am not in any place to make requests, but please... honor this one. Peregrine will believe that this is her fault, that she is somehow a curse. Promise me you will do what you can to ensure he does not maintain that belief. What happened was my fault, and perhaps the Wizard beyond that. Neither of you hold any blame.

I hope you will remember last night, before everything, for the rest of your life. I wish that I could have given you thousands of more like it, but hopefully you will be able to cherish this one as I will.

Forever yours,
Tendou Maya

PS: Please deliver this to that funny little mascot.

[There is a second paper, one that... doesn't make much sense by itself! Strange.]

LSP

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I told Farrah that I hoped she would be the one to discover what I had done. But if she falters, I hope you can support her. You are an intelligent and spirited woman. You have never failed to bring smiles to the faces of us all.

Be strong in the face of whatever comes next. I believe in you.

Peregrine

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[Peregrine's letter also comes attached to a jacket! There's a button messily sewn on -- the same with a bit of deer skin!]

Peregrine,

I know what you are thinking now. No matter how much I might insist otherwise before my demise, you will no doubt consider the curse we discussed. I have not been able to stop thinking about it myself since I came to my senses. However, in these last few moments, I have been able to determine one thing.

Being with you, being in your life, is not a curse. It is the opposite. I have felt loved and challenged in so many ways with you. I have become a better person because of you. And I have known peace, however brief, because of you.

The woman I was before here was unkind. You would not have liked her -- I am sure you surmised as much from our fight. But you have brought about a better me. I... feel fulfilled, in a way that I never would have if not for you.

If there is one thing I regret, it is that I broke our promise. Know that I did not intend to. Know that I would have done anything to see you smile again.

I will be watching you from the other side. Cheering, even. Connor and I both will. And with luck... this will not be goodbye.

Your beloved,

Tendou Maya

PS: Please deliver this letter to our Groundhog friend.

[Like with Janis's letter, there's a second page attached. It doesn't make much sense by itself!]

Spongebob

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Oniisan. I have not asked for forgiveness in many of these letters, simply because I know I do not deserve it. Nevertheless, I recall I once told you that I did not want to live in a world in which you were disappointed in me. Regardless of my demise, I hope you will still grant me that wish, and forgive me all the same. I truly never meant to cause harm.

I know you are going to go into this week shouldering the blame of what has happened. Please know that this was not something you could change. I was so bewitched by my own madness that I could see no other way. If I had any grip on my senses, I surely would have come to you. I know you would have saved me.

Hester

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I have been dreaming of the dance we shared since arriving here. To hold your hand, to guide you through even just a few short moments.

I never had the chance to ask you if you were okay. Your nails were broken, and you've not... seemed well for many weeks. Maybe if I had taken that time, sat with you for a few hours instead of sending us all off to bed, things might have been different.

In lieu of that, I hope you will honor a few final requests. Do not hide yourself this week. Do not give into despair. And do not let Peregrine and Janis fall apart.

Thank you for everything.

With Love,

Tendou Maya

Claudine

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I hope you never have to see this. I hope we are able to put this mess right and bring the lost back. But if, for some reason, you do receive this, know that I have always looked to you for strength. I am not strong without you -- what happened here is evidence of that.

There are three women you should meet. I think you will like them. And I hope that you understand that while I loved them each equally, they were loved for different reasons, just as you are. You will forever be my greatest rival.


Avec amour,

Tendou Maya

Nana

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[By alternating the letters of the papers given to Peregrine and Janis, Nana will be able to read the following letter: ]

I am with you. No matter what happens, you will never be alone. You will guide them through, and if you have the means, I know you will save me. But please, if it cannot happen... remember to forgive yourself, too.

I believe in you. It does not make up for the months in which I failed to do so, but I believe in you. And, should the worst happen...

Happy Birthday.