That is the sole cause for my long silence, and I wish to assure you at the same time that I appreciate the worth of your friendship and goodness, the continuation of which I subserviently ask for, in its entirety. I wish for nothing more dearly than to have an opportunity to be able to give you active proof of this statement, in order to actively show you with what respectful friendship I am, and shall remain, devoted to you. Monday, 28 January 1839, most devoted servant and friend of my most valued friend
That is the sole reason for my prolonged absence, and I want to confirm at the same time that I value the significance of your friendship and kindness, and humbly request the continuation of it in its entirety. I desire nothing more ardently than to have the chance to demonstrate actively my appreciation for this statement, so that you can see with what sincere devotion I am committed to our friendship.