Hatred of the people.
55. But he was not safe on land, nor to govern. For he was so detested that the people would have torn him to pieces rather than consent to his government, as they publicly declared.
Viceroy’s temper.
56. When anyone opposed his decisions, he became so furious that he seemed to have lost his senses, abusing and menacing the objector.
A foolish talker.
57. He was such a talker that he told the contents of the reports and letters he received at his table, however secret they might be.
Necessary that he should go.
58. If he should be longer in Peru, there would be a thousand misfortunes, so it was absolutely necessary that he should go back to Spain, and that your Majesty should be informed.
When he was gone peace restored.
59. In effect, as the people know that he wishes to return to Spain, all things are quiet and peaceful.