Most beloved Signor:
I do not know why you did not pass here yesterday evening; for I took
my stand at the window and saw no one. I forsook the window because
the Canon, my brother, was there. I left there to go to the other
windows lest he might see me, etc. But you turned toward the door of
your sweetheart, because there is the one adored by you. Conti has
asked me for those octaves, which you gave me, etc. Therefore tell me
if I must give them to him or still keep the precious verses for
myself. And I remain as I am and shall be
Your faithful, yes, your most faithful Sweetheart,
AMARILLIS.
I forgot to tell you that the Signora my mother no longer has the
fever, and is drinking wine, but by herself. Her wine, however, is
red like ours. Therefore tell me what to do, that I may do it. I close
with sending you a million kisses. But I know that in this way they
are not so dear as a few would be if you would give them to me. But
those of the Signora are very dear to you, though I tell you that they
are poisoned, etc. Be the scrupulous one with others that you have
been with me. For you have reason for this with others, but you have
no occasion for it with me, etc.
Most Cherished Narcissus:
This evening I received your letter, and it gives me great comfort to
know that you are not angry, etc. I do not know when he will give it
to me, but if he gives it to me I will give it to you. The Jealous One
is away, but I shall still be here, and all the rest; but because my
mother has not found a servant, etc., they have said that they will
stay here a while. Therefore you will not pass [?] out of my mind
because of my not seeing you for a while. But whoever loves from so
good a heart as I do, will keep one in mind. I pray you pardon me if I
make myself tedious by writing too often. Acknowledging myself as I
am, I remain