_ 185 _ deserves. Since no deceit was ever found in my Lord, the King’s word, he has ordered me and all his captains and crews to act likewise. Because these captains affirmed that, despite the war, you always insisted that you wished to be at peace with and vassal of my Lord, the King in that case, if it is true that this is your intention, I trust in your honesty and good sense. Inform us through your letter, then we shall grant you honourable and true peace, which will last forever, both for you and your people, and all your ships and ports. We beg of you to send a prompt reply to this because it would be helpful in every respect. We ordered a great many Moors from your kingdom, whom these captains brought here as captives, to be set free the day they arrived, because we now believe that our peace will be stronger than ever. The men you sent with a message will return safely, so will the ship in which they came, as well as the crew and merchandize. The time limit for sending a reply will be the end of November, because, if you do not send it to us before then, we shall take it that you do not wish to agree to the peace. We are sending you two of our judicial warrants, with identical texts, which you can show to the captains who
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