Answer:
My Friend,
I hope you are well, but I must send you this message, nonetheless. Since I was completely absorbed in my artwork, I failed to notice my wife's discomfort as she waited patiently for me to finish the portrait that I had started. Unfortunately, my wife passed away because I was too preoccupied with the image to see her pale face. Similarly, I feel the author's passion was the cause of her death.
In all Sincerity, your friend
Explanation:
I chose #4 of this assignment and hope it helps. Will research a second one as well.
