My third visit was to the commander of galleases, M.D---- R-----, to whom M.Antonio Dolfin, with whom I had travelled from Venice to Corfu, had kindly recommended me.

After a short conversation, he asked me if I would remain with him with the title of adjutant.

I did not hesitate one instant, but accepted, saying how deeply honoured I felt by his offer, and assuring him that he would always find me ready to carry out his orders.

He immediately had me taken to my room, and, the next day, I found myself established in his house.

I obtained from my captain a French soldier to serve me, and I was well pleased when I found that the man was a hairdresser by trade, and a great talker by nature, for he could take care of my beautiful head of hair, and I wanted to practise French conversation.