Dear Hughes
I hope you are well. It has been a long time since we last spoke, but now I find myself needing to reach out to you. I may have drifted apart for a while, but I have not forgotten that old promise we made to each other, to be a refuge in times of need.
The truth is, I'm in a terrible state. My attempts to write a new work have failed, and luck seems to be failing me at every turn. I feel trapped in an endless cycle of helplessness and frustration. So, I've decided to travel for a while, seeking solitude and inspiration away from everyone who knows me. I wonder if I could stay with you for a while?
I know you still live in that fancy hotel, and I hope your apartment can handle another person's burden. All I need is a quiet place to regroup and regain my writing power.
I know this request may seem abrupt, but I trust you, and I believe your presence may be just what I need to come back to myself. If it's inappropriate, please tell me honestly, and I won't hold any grudges.
Awaiting your response
Dear Peter
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