NO. 1117
TO HIS NEPHEW CARL
Baden, October 5, 1825.
For God's sake, do come home again today! Who knows what danger might be threatening you! Hasten, hasten! My Dear Son!
Only nothing further—only come to my arms; you shall hear no harsh word. For Heaven's sake, do not rush to destruction! You will be received as ever with affection. As to considering what is to be done in future, we will talk this over in a friendly way—no reproaches, on my word of honor, for it would be of no use. You need expect from me only the most loving help and care.
Only come—come to the faithful heart of your father,
BEETHOVEN.
Come at once on receipt of this.
Si vous ne viendrez pas vous me tuerez surement.