Were we to send him out with the next galleys that start, I should be accused of favouritism, and the lad, who is now deservedly popular with all, would be regarded with envy, and possibly even with dislike.
"At the same time, after what he has done I should have difficulty in refusing, were he to volunteer to sail in the next galley that sets out.
The desire, then, on his part to learn Turkish is in all ways opportune.
It will, too, in the long run be of great advantage to him in the Order, will give him weight, and bring him into prominence.

I do not think there are six in the Order who can fairly translate a Turkish document; there are but two who could write a reply in the same language.

Inform him, then, that from the present time he will be excused from all work, except, of course, to join in ceremonials when all are required to be present; and if you, Sir John, will pick out from among the servitors here one who is well instructed and educated, and capable of writing as well as reading his language, I will similarly relieve him of all other work, and place him at the disposal of young Tresham.

Tell the lad that I hope he will persevere until he obtains a complete knowledge of the tongue.

You can mention to him what I have said as to my opinion of the advantage the knowledge of it will be to him in the Order." Gervaise accordingly devoted himself to study.