But since we see that he has broken the elastic and has not troubled to replace it, it is obvious that he has less foresight now than formerly, which is a distinct proof of a weakening nature.
Pero como vemos que desde entonces se le ha roto la goma y no se ha molestado en cambiarla, resulta evidente que ya no es tan previsor como antes, lo que demuestra claramente que su carácter se debilita.