I had intended neither a harangue nor a diatribe, Lady Estarra. In
truth, I expected that my scribblings would be of little concern to You,
or I would not have mentioned Your name and given the impression of a
personal attack.

I wear Your disfavour with all due humility.

Respectfully,

Ashar d'Valeros.

Penned by my hand on the 1st of Kiani, in the year 168 CE.