To the Empress, at Mayence.
Posen, December 9, 1806.
Yours of December 1st received. I see with pleasure that you are more cheerful; that the Queen of Holland wishes to come with you. I long to give the order; but you must still wait a few days. My affairs prosper.
Adieu, dear; I love you and wish to see you happy.
Napoleon.
No. 21.
To the Empress, at Mayence.
Posen, December 10, 1806, 5 P.M.
An officer has just brought me a rug, a gift from you; it is somewhat short and narrow, but I thank you for it none the less. I am in fair health. The weather is very changeable. My affairs prosper pretty well. I love you and long for you much.
Adieu, dear; I shall write for you to come with at least as much pleasure as you will have in coming.—Yours ever,