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In the marriage contract with the French the Pope desires that he should be mentioned with honour, as he was the first to propose it to France and England, and he desires that the former should be aware of their obligation. If the friendship between Henry VIII. and the King Catholic endure it will be easy to bridle the inconstancy of the French. The Pope is displeased that he has received no notice from England of this affair, although the French have bragged for the last eight days that the marriage has been concluded. They say the same of the treaty, which ought not to have been divulged, to make it appear that the Swiss have been abandoned by England. As to the treaty of which [Wolsey] has sent the writer a copy of the articles which he believes will be concluded, the Pope is pleased with it, but does not think it proper that the Swiss should be expressly mentioned. Sends a copy of a note received from his Holiness of points he wishes inserted. If this is done it will bind his Holiness to grant the legation, if not for life, at least in prorogation. Once again reminds him that in the marriage and treaty all regard should be had for the Pope's honour. 
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