From Papon Lomini 

March 26, 1819

Dear sir,

I am very deeply saddened by the distance you’ve kept from me since leaving Rue Mazarin. I cannot believe the feelings toward me now are those you have truly held for me. No, you have never known hatred. 

I’ve come to your house several times without finding you. Not knowing what time I might see you, and fearing I would only be disappointed, please let me meet you for a friendly lunch. 

Please don’t reject me here. I have experienced misfortunes I can only confide to a true friend, and I do consider you a friend. I know you will sympathize with my troubles. Jesus Christ, our divine master, told his disciples to do to others as we would have them do to us. I need your advice. Please don’t refuse me. I’ll meet you Sunday morning, nine o’clock. 

Please remember me in your prayers. And please bring Coco with her, so I can see her and give her a kiss. 

With the honor of writing you,

Papon Lomini, Rue des Fosses de M. le Prince, # 51.