The messenger pigeon alighted upon the window of Duke Karl Frederick's study. Talking to it in a soothing manner, the Duke unwrapped a folded paper,which he extracted from a small copper tube attached to it's leg. He read the following:
"Things are afoot here in the castle. Duke Peter is planning to go upon autumn manoeuvres with the Ducal army. I will explain more when I can."
Having read the note the Duke threw it upon the fire and stared at the flames ,deep in thought, for along,long time...
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Another post by pigeon arrives.
ReplyDeleteOut of breath and in a state of collapse the bird releases its note:
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My Dear Duke,
The expected battle of the 8th instant at Carmugeon Castle did not occur. The Prince did not attack.
Your Obt. Servant,
von Bergmann