The writer reports an encounter with a distressed woman who, despite her personal troubles, seeks the ambassador’s assistance to ease her situation. Her husband, a poet whose work has led to his banishment from Geneva, is the source of her woes, and she implores the ambassador to intervene on his behalf. The writer assures her that the ambassador, known for his benevolence, could likely assist by requesting a reduction in her husband’s banishment. The writer ends by expressing continued respect and attachment to the ambassador.

In this letter, the writer expresses admiration and gratitude towards the recipient for their generous efforts in addressing a grave injustice. They condemn the harsh and unjust punishment of two young men based on trivial accusations, noting the absurdity and cruelty of their treatment compared to historical cases of injustice. The writer believes that the recipient’s intervention will bring about a just resolution and is confident that influential figures like Monsieur le Comte de Maurepas will support this noble cause. The letter concludes with a heartfelt plea for the recipient’s continued efforts in the pursuit of humanity and justice. According to T. D. N. Besterman, the foliation is 103.