Pliny, Letter 10.10

1I cannot express in words, my lord, with what joy your letters filled me, from which I learned that you had granted Harpocras, my masseur, Alexandrian citizenship as well, although you had resolved, following the practice of the emperors, not to grant it lightly. 1I inform you that Harpocras belongs to the Memphite district. 2I ask therefore, most indulgent emperor, that you send me a letter to Pompeius Planta, prefect of Egypt, your friend, as you promised. 2As I mean to come out to meet you, so that I may enjoy the sooner, my lord, the joy of your longed-for arrival, I ask you to allow me to meet you as far off as possible.