We are never the same with others as when we are alone. We are different even when we are in the dark with them.
It is not from reason that justice springs but goodness is born of wisdom.
But the wicked passions of men's hearts alone seem strong enough to leave...
I mean if a person acts irresponsibly in his own life he will pay the consequences. And it's not so much divine retribution as it's built into the law of nature.