Casals has received Metcalfe's letter and one from Lydia, for which he asks Susan to thank her. He is distressed by what Susan writes about Mrs. Farquhar; he wants them to get along, as all Mrs. F. does, she does out of affection for him. He asks for Susan's understanding and help. "Our concerts are an immense success, but I am bored and would like to be beside my mother and my little brothers."