9. A Final Message

Edith’s hand trembled slightly as she reached for the envelope, untouched except for her name in Henry’s familiar handwriting. A sense of trepidation filled her as she delicately slid her finger under the flap, breaking the seal with a gentle rip. Unfolding the paper inside, she caught her breath. The words, though few, seemed to hold an immense weight. Each scrawled line carried the gravity of unspoken thoughts and feelings, echoing in the stillness of the workshop. Her heart beat faster, a mix of anticipation and apprehension filling her as she prepared to absorb the message Henry had left behind.