The latter write is not in the Greek text; but the words bear this sense, that having many things to write, I would not by paper and ink impart them to you, (the expression being elliptical), but hope to come, &c.
Related Commentaries of 2 John 1:12
2 John 1:12
12 Having many things to write unto you, I would not write with paper and ink: but I trust to come unto you, and speak face toc face, that our joy may be full.