20 years ago, at one of the Wintersea Party's celebrations....
I'm Meridian Ravenstill. Would you like to take a walk with me?
You're from Nevermoor? I didn't think that anyone from the Free State lived in the capital.
Later, in the gardens....
Oh, I've never been to the city, but my mother lived in the Silver District when she was a girl...
My dearest Meridian,I hope life is treating you well, and that you are taking good care of yourself...Though I am undeserving of such an honor, will you marry me?- With love, Ezra
A few months later, in Ravenstill Manor's gardens....
Oh! I, ah, um....
I....yes, Corvus Crow. I accept your proposal.
Meridian Odelle Ravenstill, will you do me the honor of becoming my wife?
Don't be afraid, my dear. Young Corvus will take excellent care of you.
My darling daughter, excellent news! Corvus has asked me for your hand in marriage, and, of course, I couldn't refuse.
Later that night, in Meridian's bedroom....
My dearest Ezra, Though it shatters my heart to write this letter, I am afraid I cannot accept your offer of marriage....
To be continued....
So am I, Meridian. So am I.
Ezra, I'm so sorry...I'm so sorry we couldn't have the life we wanted, together.