Dearest Brother,
Though I am terribly disappointed I was not present to witness the announcement itself, the news of your engagement spread word of mouth fairly quick. I never, ever thought the day would come when a union would be made between one brought up as a thief and another brought up in royalty. Such is a tale you would observe illustrated in a play at best, but here you are living it out.
Most of these stories end in tragedy, wouldn’t you say? Ah, tragedy, a form of drama exciting the emotions of pity and fear. Its action should be single and complete, presenting a reversal of fortune, involving persons renowned and of superior attainments, and it should be written in poetry embellished with every kind of artistic expression.
Why, this could fit in with your story perfectly, couldn’t it?
We’ll have to see. Maybe as a gift I will honor you my presence while you unite with your betrothed. But since I haven’t done anything wrong in quite some time, I see no reason to force myself through such an ordeal.
Enjoy your moment while it lasts.
Best of wishes,
Kuja