Preston Warren Winterbrook III

I'm not quiet sure what to think of this one. I suppose I should tell him...eventually...when I am out of town...and far away from his quick draw. It will not be easy, considering the fact that we've lived such different lives.

Last week I found a letter among the posessions that my father left to me, among them, a letter from Jake's mother to him. It was, admirable, that she had the nerve to write him such a thing, considering the fact that I'm sure my old man never once thought about it after. It was never opened, indicating he did not care, or maybe it was resealed at some point, switched envelopes as there was no address or anything to show it was sent by mail. I suppose I will never solve that mystery.

The letter itself is quite, polite, though it is clear that the writer wanted to use harsher words then she did. It adresses the fact that my father had an affair with Jake's Aunt, no that's wrong I shouldnt' call her that since it is no longer true. My father had an affair with our maid, Jake's mother. She was a single woman, and would have been looked down upon had it been made public that my father fathered a child with her. Not only that but no doubt he would have made her life even more misrable.

It is a plea, I believe, to help his son, to give him kindness that he needed. Something that I never did when we were younger. Had I known back then...I doubt I would have even been kind then. I was spoiled yes, but I fear that I was more heartless back then then I am now. Children are the worst kind of cruel.

So it is written, so I have to believe as the birth certificate that came with it shows that, indeed my father was named as father. We do look alike, Jake and I. It's funny, I thought that it was becuase we influenced each other as children, now that I see it...It's clear that theres more to it then that.

I wonder if he's going to be upset when I tell him.

So many girls in this town, and so many to easily manipulate. You would think that the men of this town would be a bit more careful with the young ones, but oh well. A plethora of fine wines to try and taste. Maybe I might settle down some day, but clearly this isn't the time to do that.

There's the mayor's daughter, Gemma Ward. Not the brightest flame but seriously she has the looks to become something famous if she gets out of this town. She seems like something easy to catch, the only trouble is that her daddy is the Mayor. I might be able to work around that, making her want, need to seak out to see me. Hummm, having her under my thumb could prove useful.

Then there's Maggie O'Leary. No I don't want to sleep with her, but knowing things about her could eventually prove to be a good thing. I wonder if there's any way I can get a look at those doctor records. I hear she's been to see him a few times. I wonder if she's really sick or if it's something more.

There's that Gail girl that works for Westonbrit. She's, bizzare, but that's good. Oblivious to a lot of things, I think in a lot of ways she can be used for fun. All I have to do is turn on the charm, and maybe I can get stuff on Robert. Oh the fun in that.

Miss Savannah Lockheart seems a good catch. Sweet and charming, her mother's been gone, I have to tone it down some around her. Apparently men scare her, A LOT. This shouldn't be an issue though. It would be rather amusing if I could just get her to see me as a sad case too. Oh the fun I'd have with that one. Make her dependent on me. Heh. Amusing.

The Sheriff is a bit annoying. I can't really see getting into bed with her, but finding ways of using her. You can sleep with her Jake if you want. Although you must tell me about it after how well a woman like that behaves in bed. Or more app would be for young Master Alfred to do it. Wonder if she's been with anyone before.

There's the teacher Harmony Gold. Apparently Applegate's been around her a lot. I wonder why that is. I might have to look into that for the fun of it. I like her body though I must say, but her breasts are a bit too large.

This woman Francine is rather unusual. A mother and a widow. Actually women like that seem too old for me. They remind me too much of the maid that worked for father. I wonder just why it was she used to cry. Hummm, always disturbing.

This girl Emily could prove useful. Not sure what to make of her yet, time will tell.

Then there's the new girl on the block. Lyona Luxenburg. Apparently she's the Professor's sister. How nice for me. A young girl who's new in town and needs a hand. Well it would be a shame if she was seen with other men now wouldn't it.

Lastly there's Miss O'conner and woman named Trick. Erin isn't the sort of woman I want to be seen with. In fact she's annoying as can be, and I hate that woman with a passion. I hope she burns in hell when this is all over. How dare she make a fool of me. Trick is my key to getting to her....Oh she a sweet one but it looks like she would rather like women then men, which is rather funny. Might pay her to have sex with Erin or maybe Harmony and I can watch.

The one thing interesting here is Miss Brohm. Right now her father wants her to marry Robert. I wonder if I can sleep with her first though before he has the chance. That would be rather amusing. For Robert to learn his little flower is actually a whore on her own. That or I should just tell her about his past. Heh, wonder how nice it'll be for her then. To know that her lover was busy with other women.

I have come of the opinion that there is more then enough work to be satified by two well off gentlemen. While I agree that what Mr. Westonbrit has been doing is well and good, it is not enough. Therefore I'd like to say that I'm extending my offer to pay for funerals for those that have passed on that were not working for the Victorian Compay. I pray that this will help ease some of the burden that is now falling upon the families that have to deal with this. May God let them rest in peace.

On a happier note I'd like to extend well wishes for the holiday and to bless those that are celebrating other holidays as well. Truely this was to be a happy time of year. I just regreat all that has happened.

So father has sent me word that I am to attend Robert's party. Whatever this means I know I'll be finding myself surrounded by old men that just want my attention to marry me off to their daughters. God Save me!

On the other hand I have luckily aqquired some lands from an elderly farmer who no longer wants them. I'm willing to sell them to the highest bidder, should my sales with Mr. Westonbrit fall through.