To the Empress, at Malmaison.
Trianon, 7 P.M.
My Dear,—I have just received your letter. Savary tells me that you are always crying; that is not well. I trust that you have been for a drive to-day. I sent you my quarry. I shall come to see you when you tell me you are reasonable, and that your courage has the upper hand.
To-morrow, the whole day, I am receiving Ministers.
Adieu, dear. I also am sad to-day; I need to know that you are satisfied and to learn that your equilibrium (aplomb) is restored. Sleep well.
Napoleon.
No. 4.
To the Empress, at Malmaison.
Thursday, Noon, 1809.
My Dear,—I wished to come and see you to-day, but I was very busy and rather unwell. Still, I am just off to the Council.