Violet Evergarden: Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll

Violet Evergarden is sent to assist Isabella York at a prestigious girls' boarding school by request of the Drossel royal family. Isabella is wary of Violet at first and struggles to fit in, while Violet herself battles health issues and a reluctance to engage in the debutante skills being taught. The arrangement sets the stage for a tense but hopeful mentor-student dynamic.

Isabella confides that she is Amy Bartlett, an illegitimate child of the York family who once lived in poverty. She explains how she adopted the orphan Taylor and how the York family later tracked her down, offering a better life for Taylor in exchange for Isabella joining the family. Isabella's confession reveals the personal stakes behind the debutante world and sets up the sisters' bond.

Isabella asks Violet to write a letter addressed to Taylor that shares her past and hopes for Taylor's future. Violet completes the letter and returns to Leiden after finishing the task. The letter becomes Taylor's tangible link to her sister and a symbol of connection between their separated lives.

Violet's letter for Taylor is delivered to her at the orphanage, giving Taylor a window into Isabella's world and a sense of kinship she has never known. The letter plants the seed for Taylor's future ambitions in the postal service. It marks a turning point in her perception of family, work, and hope.

Three years pass before Taylor makes her way to Leiden to find the CH Postal Company and pursue work as a postman. She reunites with Violet and asks Claudia Hodgins for a job, who agrees to hire her only on a temporary basis. Benedict Blue is assigned to train her for the role, starting her formal introduction to postal service life.

Benedict begins Taylor's training at CH Postal, but quickly realizes she cannot read addresses, which would prevent her from delivering letters correctly. Violet steps in to teach her the fundamentals of reading and writing while they prepare for real mail delivery. The hurdle becomes a central obstacle but also a catalyst for Taylor's growth.

The day after training starts, Violet takes Taylor on a delivery route to practice the daily rhythm of a postman's work. They practice handling addresses, parcels, and the pace of deliveries on the street. Taylor gains confidence and a clearer sense of what lies ahead in her chosen path.

Taylor declares her goal of becoming a postman who delivers happiness, inspired by Benedict's act when delivering Isabella's letter. She commits to mastering the craft so she can deliver her own letters someday. The moment grounds her motivation in personal purpose rather than mere employment.

Violet assists Taylor in drafting a letter to Isabella, connecting her present ambitions with their shared past. Benedict agrees to locate Isabella so he can deliver the reply when Taylor is ready. The collaboration deepens the mentor-mentee relationship and keeps Isabella's history in focus.

Benedict purchases a new motorcycle from Hodgins and rides with Taylor to search for Isabella. The journey broadens Taylor's training beyond the office and tests her resolve while paralleling her growing independence. They travel by road in pursuit of the sister's reconciliation and a chance to deliver more letters.

Benedict delivers the letter to its destination, but Taylor chooses not to meet Isabella yet. She resolves to become a real postwoman who can deliver her own letters and prove herself in the field. The choice emphasizes her determination to earn trust and independence through work.

Taylor is adopted by the Evergarden family, giving her a stable home as she continues to pursue a future in the postal service. The adoption strengthens her support network and reinforces Violet's and Benedict's ongoing work with CH Postal. It marks a pivotal transition from orphan status to belonging within a family.

With Taylor on track, Violet and Benedict continue their work at CH Postal Company, mentoring new employees and delivering letters across Leiden. Their bond remains a steady source of support as they help others find happiness through correspondence. The film ends on a note of continued dedication to the craft.