Coun. (mildly). I really venture to suggest that is not quite the tone to adopt.
Wit. Don't bully me, Sir! I am here to answer any questions you like to put, always supposing that you have any worth answering.
Coun. But come—surely you ought to—
Wit. I am not here to learn my duty from you, Sir. You don't know your subject, Sir. How long have you been called?
Coun. I decline to reply.
Judge (to Counsel). Now you had really better be careful. I wish to treat the Bar with every respect, but if you waste any more time I shall feel strongly inclined to bring your conduct before your Benchers.
Wit. You hear what his Lordship says. What are you going to do next?
Coun. (confused). I don't know.
Wit. (to Jury). He doesn't know! I needn't stay here any longer.
["Stands" down.