To Queen Elizabeth of England, my dearest cousin, most beloved sister and fellow Queen.
My dearest cousin, I have seen it fit to replace my aging Ambassador Bishop Leslie as he is suffering most terribly from the gout. I have chosen a man who may or may not be familiar to you, Nicholas' brother Richard. In face and form he is incredible dashing and should provide a wonderful addition to your court and in mind he is clever and charming. I have sent him with 5,000 pounds which should more than pay for his expenses, but I would be much grateful if you could find for him a dancing instructor.