Let us postpone our meeting today, dear Z[meskall], for the only time I too could manage today is immediately after dinner. In any case my calculation in respect of the servant has already been made – But I hope that we shall soon be able to see and talk to one another – All good wishes. Be zealous in defending the fortresses of the Empire which, as you know, lost their virginity a long time ago and have already received several assaults –
Your friend
Beethoven