Despite the current [pen taps] difficulties with the journals, I feel I must ask. Does anyone know where Pinky might be? This would be the third night she has not come home; it seems unlike her to not leave a note at least. [Pause, a few pen taps] I have not seen Stigmata in some time either. Any information about the whereabouts of either one would be appreciated.

[Another pause, and just when it seems she isn't going to write anymore:]

Gene. I should like to speak to you, in person, at your earliest convenience.

-Fred

[ooc: Fred is unaffected, so everyone should be able to read this. Whether she can read your reply is another matter entirely...]