Dear Ann,

I have terrible news. There can be no doubt-- Xestobium rufovillosum at the UPPC. Classic case. Now the question is, how much damage has been done? With the wet spring and summer, the conditions are perfect. We should have replaced more, but I’m always loathe to remove original fabric, as you well know. Hindsight is 20-20. Obviously this has grave consequences for your wedding. I’ll be back in touch as soon as I know more.

Yours,
Chester

PS You know, with the danger so near, maybe I ought to do a thorough inspection of the house. I checked the obviously places two years ago, but may have missed something.