He was scandalised.

He lost his temper.
"Brother Warboise," he said severely, "whatever your grievances--and I will inquire into it later--you have chosen a highly indecorous and, er, offensive way of obtruding it.

At this moment, sir, we are going together to dine and to thank God for many mercies vouchsafed to us.

If you have any sense of these you will stand aside now and follow us when we have passed.

His lordship will read your petition at a more convenient opportunity." "Quite so, my good man." The Bishop took his cue and pocketed the paper, nodding shortly.