Luisa decides it is time to break up with Barnum.
Dearest Phineas Taylor Barnum,
Compliments of the day.
I received your mail with so many thanks.But i wish to inform you at this juncture that i have already gone a long way with Don Morgan and i strongly feel he is capable of handling this transaction for me considering his status. (In your face Dan! She likes me better than she likes you!)
You must understand the fact that your acceptance to go into partnership with me will require some expences from your end which you will be expected to foot but i doubt if you would be able to set aside 12,000-18,000 dollars for the execution of this business transaction but Don Morgan has accepted this. (Again in your face Dan! Not only am I richer, I'm prettier too!)
Well,i appreciate your interest in this business transaction but i assure you that i would prefer to continue this business with Don Morgan considering the fact that your financial status may not permit you to handle this transaction alone.But that not withstanding,we can still be best of friends because i will certainly need your assistance on arrival in your country after the funds have been successfully transferred. (Wow, the "we can still be friends" ploy - a classic "Dear John" line)
I assure you that i will remain discreet about your contact and i also expect you and i to maintain a steady communication in case there are other relevant transactions to be executed. (in other words, in case Don falls through, or you luck into a lot of money)
I look forward to your response.
Best regards
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