"Wake this Pillsworth monster up," he said.
"Yes, your honor," the sergeant said and advanced toward Marc.
"I'll help," Floss said, joining him. "I'll loosen his tie."
"Thanks, miss," the sergeant said. "And I'll rub his wrists."
The court became quiet with speculation as Floss and the sergeant labored to arouse Marc. The stillness was soon shattered, however, as the door at the rear flew open and Julie, followed by Mario, flew down the aisle, her eyes ablaze.
"Stop!" she yelled. "Stop everything!"
"Madam!" the judge said, "the court is in session!"
"That's just fine," Julie said. She looked around wildly. "Where is he? Have you got him under restraint?"
"Have we got whom under restraint?"
"My husband, Marcus Pillsworth. Is he tied up?"