If the guy was offended that's enough, I didn't want to offend anyone.

Two days ago, I just got a snotty e-mail from this publisher, querying the amount the secretary had agreed to pay me two years ago - but she left the job. It put me in a bad mood.
When you go this guys office - there are all these Porsches outside - cos all his sons work for him.

Please disregard anything I've said Fred - none of it appplies to you, I'm sure. If Joe says you're all right, I'm sure you are.

I unreservedly apologise for any insult or hurt, I may have caused.