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Vienna, October 2, 1875
Dear Berganza,
I have already written once today, but having seen Rosanes and having been charged with a small commission I am writing a second
time. Wahle, who as you know from my last note has lost his father (the funeral takes place tomorrow), wants to know from you whether you would like to live with them; they will be moving.1 We can take it that they will not ask too much—Frau Wahle is an honorable woman, as you know—and so I would beg you to consider their offer.
But, my friend, do not allow yourself to be carried away by your feelings of compassion, but think of yourself as well, because it is, so to speak, your duty to live in a manner that will not impede your studies, and if you prefer living alone to boarding with others, do as you wish and everyone will agree with you.
It must not be a sacrifice. This I beg of you, because I know that you are only too ready to sacrifice your own interests out of consideration for others.
Your Cipion
In Spanish
Viena, 2. Octubre 1875
Querido Berganza!