[ Vanessa has made a guess that receiving a gift in person might be awkward for Crowley, so instead it will be left for him on the doorstep. It's a basket with a decent bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon, and next to it is an adorably menacing duck plushie.
The folded note has delicate handwriting: ]
Mr. Crowley,
Can you believe that I have discovered some wine that does not sour the tongue? You are one of the few who may appreciate it.
Your friend, Vanessa Ives
Post Script: I happened to discover this charming fellow and suspect he needs a home. I move about too much to reasonably keep him. Perhaps you could take him off my hands?
backdated! end of sept./beginning of oct.
The folded note has delicate handwriting: ]