To Mr. Chaix, Landowner in Carpentras

My dear friend, 

I had the honor of writing to you on the 17th of last month. I still hope that my letters will find you in good help, and above all, to be of service to your colleagues and Avignon, and find out if Mr. Pinel and Mr. Moreau–your friends, not mine–are finally willing to free me from their authority. You’ve assured me that the people here are only too happy to release me from their power, you’ve said as much to me in person, but now you maintain a profound silence regarding all my letters. However, I am still suffering while waiting for you to fulfill your promises. 

You have not replied to my last letter, which I addressed to you in Carpentras. I feel I must write to you again, perhaps I can provoke you to helping me obtain some happier results than what I’ve been waiting for by bothering you. I’m sure this negligence on your part is due to your work furnishing your new home, and now, I assume you must have had the rest and time necessary to take an interest in my requests. Believe me, it’s about time. 

My respects to your sister and brother-in-law. 

I am still, while waiting for your answer,

Your devoted friend,

M.B.