“Silence is golden because speaking freely, as in the good old days, will land you in prison or very, very dead.”
You have it backwards, SatinDoll.
You speak freely and if anyone tries to land you in prison, you slit their throat. That calls for a modicum of martial skills. If you don’t have these skills, find them.
We are at war. Prepare to protect your family.
I’m 60-years old, sergeant. Old age and treachery are my weapons.