In plain words—lies, Mr. Queckett.

QUECKETT.

A habit of preparing election manifestos for various members of my family may have impaired a fervent admiration for truth, in which I yield to no man.

RANKLING.

[Advancing in a determined manner.] Very well, sir!

QUECKETT.

[Retreating.] One moment, Rankling. One moment—if not two! I glean that you are prepared to assault—

RANKLING.

To chastise!

QUECKETT.