How are you? We haven’t talked in awhile. I miss our conversations together, you are truly the only person who is willing to listen to me. Instead of treating me as the one odd kid on the block, you were extremely nice and understanding . Not going to lie, I am really lonely. No one accepts me at school, and people in general think i am mental. Why should everyone be the same? What’s the fun in that? How can we be ourselves if everyone thinks and does everything the same? I’ve gotten used to it by now, but it was like a breath of fresh air when we started talking. I feel more free around you, not worrying about you judging me, not listening to me or calling me different. I do believe there are other people like me, but are too afraid to show it. If we think about this way, everyone in this city is wrapped around the governments finger. No one is actually allowed to express their thoughts and emotions freely, in fear that no one would accept them. People are scared and safe, not willing to take any risks. In my opinion, knowing that I will eventually die, why not make the best of it? I rather die knowing I lived life to the fullest, without any regrets. I wish that I lived in a better place, I wish I had more freedom. This city is suffocating, I don’t know if I can handle it anymore. I know you understand Mr. Montag, whether you know it or not. You may think that there is nothing wrong with our society, but nothing is perfect. I know about your careers past, what firemen used to actually do. Firemen used to put out fires, not starting them. Doesn’t it sound more pleasing? Why destroy when you have the chance to save? It’s your decision on how you want to view your life, but I do hope that you consider the things i’ve mentioned. 

Sincerely, Clarisse.

Mildred: Good day to you too.

Interviewer: I understand that this past week has been very eventful for you regarding your husband.

Mildred: Ex Husband. I don't want to be associated with that man. Please address me as Mildred please.

Interviewer: Ok Mildred. Can you give a little insight on this whole situation? Your knowledge is greatly appreciated.

Mildred: I’ll be completely honest. I don’t know what has gotten into Guy. He was never like this, he loved his job so much. Never in a million years I would have thought this would happen. He did a full 360 turn with his life. He risked it all, his family, his job and his social status. He’s such a fool! How could he throw this all away! The one motive he had were those stupid books, i will never understand why he chose books over his life. Out of all the things, he chooses the most illegal thing in our city. I thought he was smarter than this, but clearly his actions define who he really is. Books are a dangerous thing, it’s no wonder that they are banned. I think this is a great example of the consequences that will occur if you associate with books. It will destroy you, physically and mentally. Guy went from being a respected man to a wanted man, that’s a huge difference.

Interviewer: One question if I may ask. Why did you expose the one you love?

Mildred: Did I really love him though? We have always been distant to each other. I prefer hanging with my girl friends rather than being alone with him. I sometimes feel lonely, even though he was sitting right beside me. Would I really want to risk getting caught too? He committed a great offense! I still have so much I want to do. I’m not ready to get my whole life taken away. 

Interviewer: Thank you for your time and knowledge Mildred

Mildred: You are welcome.