New York, present day
Quakers Oatley Solicitors
St James House
Richmond Square
Mayfair
London W1—
Ms Rachel Wright
Apt 243E
West 27th Street, NY—
9 September 2016
Dear Ms Wright
Re: Winterbourne Hall, Polcreath, Cornwall
It is with regret that I write to inform you of the death of your aunt Constance de Grey, who passed away at her ancestral home in the early hours of Sunday morning.
I am conscious that this might come as something of a surprise, as I believe you were unaware of your connection with the Winterbourne Estate. Nonetheless, as the de Grey family solicitor, it is my duty to inform you that, being Miss de Grey’s next of kin, the park and all its land and contents now fall directly into your possession.
I would appreciate a swift response indicating how you would like to proceed. Under these circumstances, I normally advise a visit to our offices in London, where we can make the necessary inroads before granting you access to your inheritance.
Yours faithfully
Stephen Oatley, Esq.