The reasonable conclusion, viz: that the expression of regret should be in the form on which we finally resolved.
The words in your despatch to which I allude are -
direction on this the your part gave dispute a new and public character:
I deeply regret this failure to restore harmony, not only on the ground of the annoyance which the further reference will cause to yourself, but because I foresee degree of scandal must inevitably result to the Public Service of the Colony.
I have the honour to be, With the highest respect, Sir Your Most obedient Humble Servant, Ishin Bannach