Opportunity has power over all things.
There is a time when even justice brings harm.
Even the bold will fly when they see Death drawing in close enough to end their life.
Truly, to tell lies is not honorable; but when the truth entails tremendous ruin, to speak dishonorably is pardonable.
And if my present deeds are foolish in thy sight, it may be that a foolish judge arraigns my folly.
Pardon, and keep silent, for what is shameful for women must be concealed among women.