Correspondance between England and Scotland

To Queen Elizabeth I

The titles are a gift of my wife who wulds have me be a gentleman of much worth on my own and not solely be the crown our wedding shall place upon on my head. Tis a bit much, but my Marie does nothing in small measure.

I do hath trouble remembering to use them and do hope I hath not forgotten one, I wuld loathe to offend her kindness to me.

I shall remain on land at your council and fullfill what role I can for the good of both our realms.

Marquis of Pembroke
Earl of Moray
Earl of Bothwell
Duke of Chaterhault
Earl of Lethington

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.