, as there is nobody in the Neighbourhood who would be worth the trouble of wearing it, when I went to their parties. I am uncommonly dull at this place, as you may easily imagine, nor do I think I shall have much Amusement till the commencement of the shooting season. I shall expect (when you next write) an account of your military preparations, to repel the Invader of our Isle whenever he makes the attempt. —
You
will doubtless acquire
great Glory
on the occasion, and in expectation of hearing of your Warlike Exploits,
I remain, yours very truly,
Byron
.