Henry Wotton — English Author born on December 30, 1568,

Sir Henry Wotton was an English author, diplomat and politician who sat in the House of Commons in 1614 and 1625. He is often quoted as saying, "An ambassador is an honest gentleman sent to lie abroad for the good of his country.".. (wikipedia)

Tell the truth so as to puzzle and confound your adversaries.
An ambassador is an honest man sent abroad to lie and intrigue for the benefit of his country.
Well-building hat three conditions. Commodity, firmness, and delight.