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harm done to Our entire realm by Your admiral, as indeed We have similarly
suffered from a number of other [pirates] coming from Your kingdom—sufferings
so great that We would regard them as unendurable if they came from any other
foreigner.
Moreover, since We firmly believe and are confident that these matters will displease
You, We forward this case to Your attention, beseeching You, in all fraternal love, that
You, taking all matters into consideration, will order justice to be done for the afore-
said Mateu and the other merchants, that their goods and ship will be restored and
accounted for. And if it please Your honor, You will kindly bestow Your gracious
mercy in consideration of Our name and the urgency of Our prayers.
Given at Messina under Our privy seal on the 7th of July, 6th indiction.
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