the people there and the chiefs who have made plans from the discussions about the Tauranga land. Our friend, Te Kani-a-Takirau, will return to our disputed land. Although there is no dispute now, there was trouble when you were away but it has ended. The soldiers have gone back, and the remaining trouble is that of Te Waka, but it will soon enough be settled when you come here. I recall our words earlier, you and I alone, that new people could come to protect us, that is, soldiers[?], because people in other places are not like us. The chiefs of this land do not take up with Pakeha customs, and as a result arrogant behaviours in the people and thieving increase. You should say to the Governor that when trouble arises here, we and the Pakeha will not concern ourselves with it; we are few and do not have the ability [to deal with] a major upset. That's all. From your very good friend, Honi Ropiha