4/22/1818

To my dear friend Chaix;

I’m worried that my Coco is experiencing a continual agitation, and that I myself am experiencing some discomfort, just as you predicted when you spoke to me about Pinel and Moreau, with whom, no doubt, you often discuss me. I would ask that you take an interest in my fate with regard to these two gentlemen, encourage them to meet, and obtain from them a promise to leave me alone; I am incapable of doing them harm myself. 

If you would, please deliver your reply to my cousin Comaille, so that it is not taken from my mailbox. 

With sincere wishes for your friendship, and hoping this letter finds you in good health,

Your devoted friend,

M.B.