And yet, unless my senses deceive me, the old centuries had, and have, powers of their own which mere 'modernity' cannot kill. - Bram Stoker

Perhaps I may gain more knowledge out of the folly of this madman than I shall from the teaching of the most wise.

I find that the district he named is in the extreme east of the country, just on the borders of three states, Transylvania, Moldavia, and Bukovina, in the midst of the Carpathian mountains; one of the wildest and least known portions of Europe.

Be careful of my guest — his safety is most precious to me. Should aught happen to him, or if he be missed, spare nothing to find him and ensure his safety. He is English and therefore adventurous. There are often dangers from snow and wolves and night. Lose not a moment if you suspect harm to him. I answer your zeal with my fortune.