"In the first place, I do not care a fig for what you think is wrong, or right either.

Secondly, I will take the law into my own hands.

Thirdly, I will bring it about and finish it in a fortnight; and fourthly, you may go to the devil! What do you think of my reasons, Paolo?
They are better than yours, and much more likely to prevail." "My dear Marzio," returned the priest quietly, "you may say anything you please, I believe, in these days of liberty.

But the law will not permit you to act upon your words.

If you can persuade your daughter to marry Gasparo Carnesecchi of her own free will, well and good.