Letter 6027: I've also lifted the spirits of the Roman people.

For a long time I struggled within myself whether I should send our common pledge [his son] back to you, but affection won out, especially as the hope [...] of the granaries rose. For the present, sparing expenditure promises the city twenty days' worth of provisions. Besides, a second contribution from the most distinguished order [the Senate] promises that something will be added to our security. No less, too, has the offering of meat lifted the spirits of the Roman commons. I have therefore ordered the pack-animals to return to you, giving thanks that you have aided your brother's need with fitting supports. The choice of envoys is still wavering. For to Postumianus and Pinianus, whom the Senate had from the outset acknowledged in its mandates, a third, Paulinus, is now being attached, and with the parties divided into rival interests the public benefit is still being delayed. When this matter has received the settlement of its confirmation, a clear account will be conveyed to you. Farewell.