I admit I am quite surprised to hear you are familiar with my family. I am, of course, familiar with your own through reputation but did not believe my own siblings even a tenth so well established in society.

I am quite amenable to meeting and will fit my schedule to yours, but have included some dates below in case any suit you well. May I inquire, about your daughters: could you tell me their ages and what particularly they enjoy (or do not enjoy) about their studies? I should like to be well prepared when I meet them, to make the best impression possible.

Sincerely,

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