Vol. XII. (of XXI.) 14/25 Let the ignorant and the envious talk; it is not they that shall ever serve as loadstar to my designs; not they, but Glory [LA GLOIRE; Fame, depending not on them]: with the love of that I am penetrated more than ever; my troops have their hearts big with it, and I answer to thee for success. Write me all the ill that the public says of thy Friend, and be persuaded that I love and will esteem thee always."-- F. Your Majesty's Letter fills me with joy and contentment. |