"I am not a twenty-two-year-old boy; I am not a besotted fool. If you think to jilt me, think again," he declares with confidence, showing that he is mature and understands his worth. He warns that he will not be easily swayed or abandoned but is prepared to take action to secure his love, even if it means going to great lengths.

"I will find you, and I will drag you to the altar on your back if need be, no matter how you scream. No matter how scandalous it might be," he continues, emphasizing his determination and willingness to defy societal norms or scandal for love. His words reveal the depth of his passion and the seriousness with which he approaches their relationship.