A letter to the Chancellor

[Halikar|Quinn]

From the desk of Aubrey Dagdarian
Headmaster
The Most Illuminated Cabal of Ancient and Esoteric Magical and Sorcerous Training at Briar Hollow

To Corliss Argal
Chancellor
Briar Hollow

It has come to my attention that you are recommending one Millicent Nahilo for a teaching position here at the AEMS. I would be more than happy to review her qualifications and make a place for her as we have been short of instructors of late, as you well know. If you could forward her areas of study to me as soon as possible I will be better able to prepare to interview her and see where she could best help us here at the University.

On an unrelated note, since I have your ear, there have been some rumors concerning interest in some of the more modern concepts being grown by the younger generation, that all knowledge is good and that all types of magic are firmly embedded in science and are interchangable. My acquaintances at the Magical Containment Division have have warned me that they have begun investigations into the activities of several young wizards and witches to determine if they are venturing into dangerous areas of study. Since Briar has been at the center of similar investigations in the past, I felt it prudent to warn you of these investigations so we may be better able to guide those who may need mentoring in these areas to older spellcraft practitioners better versed in beneficial magic and avoid potential issues.

We all remember what happened the last time the MCD placed Briar under quarantine, and I for one would not like to repeat the experience. If nothing else, I would hate to be placed under the microscope by my superiors at the home University again (although the investigation into my affairs was, in and of itself, amusing).

Yours Truely,

Aubrey Dagdarian
Magus Preeminent
Headmaster
The AEMS at Briar Hollow

[Corliss|Ryker]

From the Desk of Corliss Argal
Chancellor
Briar Hollow

To Aubrey Dagdarian
Headmaster
The Most Illuminated Cabal of Ancient and Esoteric Magical and Sorcerous Training at Briar Hollow

To help simplfy things as far as Millicent, I have a letter from her actually to forward to you Headmaster. For the MCD, I am of course happy to assit with any investigation far as I am able to, I thank you for the kind notice of such.

Here is her letter *a neatly written page is followed behind this one*


My dear friend, Monsieur Corliss;

Please feel free to pass on to the Academic Headmaster, the kind Monsieur Aubrey Dagdarian, the following of my qualificiations, as well as my earnest agreement should he wish to question me upon any relevant topics.

At the age of four, my mother passed on, and I moved in with my Oncle Julian Ambroise, who was a trained philosopher and physicist, was thaumaturgist and alchemist for the estate of le Duc St. Pierre, in the Kingdom.

From the age of four,  I was taught reading, writing and mathematics, hidden and against beau ideal, not to mention any desires of le seigneur du manoir, and began a lifetime of both study and servitude to my Oncle, as his student, until the time of his death.

I am versed and adept in the following subjects, any of which I would be happy to prove my worth upon:

Literature
Mathematics
Botany, Herbalism and Alchemy
Occultism and Spirituality
Philosophy and Metaphysics
Astronomy, as well as Astrology
Physical Sciences, including Medicine and  the newly growing field of Psychology, which threatens to overtake the superstitious beliefs of the peasantry one day, I am sure!

I have an interest in the new Mechanics as well, which is my hobby, since the discovery of ballistic powders, and enjoy toying with various puzzles and tinkering with handicrafts.

My weaknesses include a lack of education in Relgious Lore, as my Oncle was a scientist, and not a man of the Church.

Since my inception into the dream world of Grimmwold, I have continued studiously applying my education, sharing with others, as well as seeking out further and further answers to the amazing questions which arise here. I have taken up Wizardry, and easily learned the basics, partly from an education upon first arriving, in your lovely Academy, but also from philosophical studies with various and sundry others who have offered their help. Unfortunately I have declined any offers into other cabals or covens, because I belief that education belongs to all, and do not wish to "sell my soul" for suggested glory or power.

I gave lectures on this new medical science of psychology at the dockside theatre in Hamelin, at the behest of others, upon my arrival. This was roundly accepted and applauded by my peers, at the time. And for a time I held sway over le asile de quart, which you would call "Carfax Asylum", in Hamelin, until my husband's potential initiation into leadership of the town, when I thought the two interests may conflict, and chose to support my husband, rather than my own venture. As well, the home I had purchased for the asylum was less than secure, allowing a dangerous inmate (whom had been put there by Briar Hollow's own guarda for everyone's safety) had escaped during the night. Seeing this potential danger, I closed the institution down.

If you have any further inquiry, please do not hesitate to message me by post. I would be glad, at any time, to see you and discuss things as you will.

Sincerely;

Madame Millicent Nahilo