It is very long, and filled with matters altogether foreign to the subject which now occupies us.

However, it contains two passages, which attest the slow but steady growth of my father's project.

'A destiny, more powerful than my will, chains me to this country; but my soul is with you, my Valerie! Without ceasing, my thoughts rest upon the adored pledge of our love which moves within you.
Take care, my darling, take care of yourself, now doubly precious.

It is the lover, the father, who implores you.

The last part of your letter wounds my heart.