Port Nicholson 23 February 1846 Friend, McLean, Greetings. This is my message for you. I cannot get to see you. I am preoccupied here with my wife who has died, and so I will stay here. Friend, I've also this to say to you. Remember our saying that you should see the majority of the people here, and that all the people should meet in your presence; so now you should recall this main issue of our conversation. Friend, be aware of what is said that Te Puni has the control. However, I also say this to you, friend, that we have seen the Governor and spoken to him. And what he intends for the Maori is indeed good, and what he is doing is quite right. Well, that's all. From your friend, from Wi Tako