My illustrious doctor, yesterday evening I went to your house to have the honor of seeing you, and unfortunately I did not find you at home. I wanted to ask if you can do us the honor of coming Tuesday with Monsieur your grandson to take afternoon tea and watch a balloon take off. M. le Prince de Bariatinskoy will be there, and you know how much he likes to see you. I hope, my illustrious doctor, that you will grant my request. You know how I am passionately attached to you for life