鐔津文集 10.30

10.30

I, [Qisong], state: I have humbly learned that you have gloriously received the imperial edict to illuminate our county territory with your presence. The benevolence of the parent of several hundred li fulfills the eager longing of the people like clouds in a drought. Everyone rejoices to see you, and praises of 'relief and revival' have arisen. I humbly consider that you, Magistrate and Director of the Simen, possess lofty and brilliant talent and insight, and your capacity is profound and vast. Inheriting the carriages and caps of successive generations, you raise up the model of a distinguished family. Your fine reputation overflows the flourishing court, winning the admiration of the eastern marquis; your noble deeds are manifest in benevolent governance, earning the esteem of western Zhejiang. The countryside dares not deceive you beforehand; with pots of broth the people already vie to be first in welcoming you. Presumptuously superintending a Chan seat, my dust mingles in this illustrious territory. Together with the bright sun I incline my heart, gazing up to the azure clouds that cast their shade. I respectfully send this memorial ahead to welcome you. I humbly pray you will deign to keep this in mind. And so forth.