May 1785

Dearest, Most Honorable of Men, My Father,

I find myself unexpectedly in England once more. Arriving in London, Hetty told me you were of in Cambridge. Mother Dearest said she expected you home some days ago and has not heard a word. I have come to see what has become of my most perfect of parents.Oddly, you are not in residence at any of the more respectable inns and I wonder where you have taken lodgings. I am leaving this letter for you wit Dr. Smart and hope that he can get word to you that I am here and in need of your company. You see, Father, there are things we must discuss. Lorsagne is my greatest of friends, but she is visiting with her godfather in Italy and Mrs. Thrale (I should say Mrs. Piozzi now, I suppose) is no longer available to me. I think you know Mother Dearest is not one in whom I can confide. So, please Father, please reveal yoru whereabouts and let me confide in you.

Your Loving and Devoted Daughter,

Fanny

In Cambridge, Fanny is perplexed by the notations on this signboard. All she wants is toboard aferry and find her father.

Lost in an unsavory section of the city, Fanny asks the night watchman to escort her back to her rooms.