But what in the world shall I gain by revenging your wrongs upon that creature ?" "Nothing--unless when you have taken the trouble to examine his conduct, you find that he is really dangerous.

In that case your Eminence will be obliged to look to your own safety.

If you find him innocent, you will let him go." "And in that case, what will you do ?" asked the Cardinal with a smile.
"I will cut his throat," answered Saracinesca, unmoved.
"Murder him ?" "No--call him out and kill him like a gentleman, which is a great deal better than he deserves." "I have no doubt you would," said the Cardinal, gravely.

"I think your proposition reasonable, however.

If this man is really dangerous, I will look to him myself.