Jul. If it only depends on that, things will be sure to succeed.
Era. But, dear Julia, if everything were to fail?
Jul. I will declare my real inclinations to my father.
Era. And if he persists in his designs in spite of your inclinations?
Jul. I will threaten to shut myself up in a convent.
Era. But if, notwithstanding all that, he wished to force you to this marriage?
Jul. Why, what would you have me say?
Era. What do I want you to say?
Jul. Yes.
Era. What is said when one loves truly?