Question

Who says the following and why? Of honorable reckoning are you both. And pity 'tis you lived at odds so long. But now, my lord, what say you my suit? The Prince is scolding Capulet and Montague. Paris is asking permission to marry Juliet. Benvolio is offering advice to Romeo. Benvolio is trying to make peace.

Answer 1

Answer:

Paris says this to Lord Capulet. Paris is asking permission to marry Juliet

Explanation:

This scene starts when Lord Capulet tells about the issues with the Montagues, Paris makes reference to the good reputation of both Lords and softly changes the topic to his previous request about marrying Juliet, Of honorable reckoning are you both is the phrase that talks about the reputation and What say about my suit? is the demand for an answer to his request to marry his daughter.

Answer 2

Paris, and the meaning behind this is to show that they both honor and respect each other. That their love will kill the pity they feel. Their love will last forever.