Madam,
In consequence of the orders you honoured me with, I waited on M. the
President de ——, and communicated your letter to him, informing him
at the same time, as you desired, I should do nothing without his
advice. This respectable magistrate commanded me to observe to you,
the prosecution you intended against M. the Chevalier Danceny would
equally affect the memory of Monsieur your nephew, and his honour would
necessarily be tainted by the decree of the court; which would be,
doubtless, a very great misfortune. His opinion is, then, that you
do not make any stir about the matter: but, on the contrary, that you
should endeavour as much as possible to prevent the public officers
from taking cognisance of this unfortunate business, which has already
made too much noise.
These observations, so replete with wisdom, oblige me to wait your
farther orders.
Permit me, Madam, to request, when you honour me with them, you will
mention a word concerning your state of health, which, I dread much, so
many crosses have impaired.
I hope you will pardon the liberty I take, as it proceeds from my zeal
and attachment.
I am, with great respect, Madam, your, &c.
_Paris, Dec._ 10, 17—.