<p style='text-align: justify;'>Herrmann Simon remains optimistic about the prospects for his business despite the losses. He confirms that he and his wife are expecting another baby and that the rest of the family are well. He offers his views on Heinrich Simon’s career options, which may entail living far away from Breslau. He writes with great warmth about Puzos, the French Commissioner of Wars, who remains billeted with the Simons. He describes his routine, not only his work but also riding his horse and his regular visits to the merchants’ club.</p>