And while we sit, we breathe. Rufus, ascend.
(Showing Judge’s seat.)
Cæsar is plaintiff, and in his own cause
Might bear a bias: so I make thee judge.
My counsel, Tigellinus, sit by me. (They sit.)
Fla. (to Asp.) I’ll not despair. I’ll keep my dagger ready.
Be near him if I rush. (Asper takes a seat on Rufus’ proper left.)
Ner.Is it in order. Rufus,
That I speak first?
RUFUS.