Letter 9010: Ad Faramodum referendarium
To Faramundus the Referendary
Sweet friend of mine, memorable name of one who loves — prompt in good duties, Faramundus [a court official — referendarius — who handled documents at the Frankish court]:
If I have not come to you myself, let a sent page greet you and pay the service that I carry less well myself. Please commend me willingly to the lord kings [the Frankish monarchs], I ask, and convey thanks for the kindness they have shown me. Let your page seek me back with generous affection — and when this bearer returns, please reply with kindness.
Modern English rendering for readability. See the 19th-century translation or original Latin/Greek for scholarly use.
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