Letter 4029: Even if personal and friendly petition were lacking, the force of public justice could not fail to support so...
Even if personal and friendly petition were lacking, the force of public justice could not fail to support so righteous a demand. For what is more natural to justice than that a swindler of a distinguished and praiseworthy woman — one who is also my kinswoman — should be brought to account? The details of the case will be explained by the bearer of this letter, but I assure you that the facts are clear and the injury is severe.
I ask that you bring the full weight of your authority to bear in her defense. A prompt resolution will serve not only her interests but the cause of justice itself. Farewell.
Modern English rendering for readability. See the 19th-century translation or original Latin/Greek for scholarly use.
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