Bern, 1905
Dear Albert,
Your apology is very thoughtful, and the flowers you set out for me as you left for Bern this morning were breathtaking. That said, Hans and Susana from across the street were in a fight last week, and to apologize, he made her breakfast in bed. So, relatively speaking, you’ve got some ground to cover.
Warmly,
Mileva
Bern, 1905
Dearest Mileva,
You’re a clever one. It’s that wit of yours I fell in love with. However, I must inform you that I spoke with Hans, and I have learned that his transgression far surpassed my own. I don’t want to tell tales outside of school, as it were, so I can’t share the details, but as we both know, a punishment must fit the crime. Relatively speaking, a very thoughtful note & breathtaking flowers should do the trick.
With Love,
Albert
Bern, 1905
My Albert,
Nice try. Susana told me last week that Hans forgot their anniversary. You may see this slip-up as far worse than yours, but in actuality it is quite understandable considering his Alzheimer's, and it is hardly an affront to their love. Try again.
Lovingly,
Mileva
Bern, 1905
Sweet Mileva,
Fine, my dear. For you, the world. I will meet you at home tonight at 7:00; dress for an opulent New Year’s Eve, and be prepared not to return home until quite late!
Forever Yours,
Albert
Zurich, 1906
You have gone too far, Albert! I am sick of your relativity being an excuse! The fact that you are generally sleeping by 8:00 does not make 10:15 “quite late,” especially not on New Year’s Eve! You are treading on thin ice. I will be staying here with my sister in Zurich until you warm up.
Regards,
Mileva
Bern, 1906
Mileva,
Love of my life, apple of my eye; I cannot sleep, I cannot eat! How I’ve mistreated you is unacceptable and I will make the world right. I have commissioned us a portrait, which should arrive in the coming days. I hope this token reminds you of the man you once loved, and of the man you still love.
Albert
Zurich, 1906
Oh, Albert!
What a marvelous gesture! I can’t wait to see the image you picked. One from our wedding day perhaps? You never cease to dazzle me. I will be home as soon as I can!
In love,
Mileva
Bern, 1906
Mileva,
Albert
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