We were left with very great grief at the loss of so wise and prudent an associate, and at his not having had so great prudence at his death (at which time one needs more) as he showed during his life and government, and in governing himself; for he died without receiving the holy sacraments.

However, one who was sick so long, it is believed, would have often received communion, since at the end he did not do so.

Neither did he dispose of his possessions, which were not few.

Of that Doctor Don Alvaro de Mesa, probate judge, will advise and inform your Majesty.

May God keep him in heaven, as we scarcely doubt He will.
[_Marginal note_: "This section is answered in the preceding ones.