[Jasper ignores the argument and continues attending his mare. His cruelty had served one important purpose: the prevention of further aggression. These bandits had showed no evidence of healing acumen and were unlikely to access proper medical care.]

No. We ought obey the law of the land.

[Says the man who acted with excessive force.]

Bring them back to the castle to answer for their crimes. Permit them to walk free and others might not be as fortunate as you and I.

[Now does this damned human-hugger understand?]