You mistake my intentions and my stance on the matter - I do not blame
you for this, as it is difficult to convey emotions when scribing, but I
would like to clarify my position and intent.

I am not giving up. No one in Hashan has given up except for those who
have already succumbed to pressure and left. We fight these raiders each
time they enter our city and will continue to do so. Generally, the
losses swing in their favor. I am not trying to flaunt my money, and I
am not giving in to anything, nor am I looking for an easy way out. I am
simply attempting to create a new tactic that will discourage further
attacks on our city.

If it is any consolation to you, it isn't working terribly well just
yet, as nearly a month has passed with little response save from you and
one other noteworthy person. But I like to think I'm patient, so I'll
wait a little longer and see what happens.

Farewell.

Penned by my hand on the 20th of Lupar, in the year 449 AF.