Acts 24:2-4

2After Paul had been summoned, Tertullus began the complaint [against him], saying to the governor: “Since through you we have attained great peace, and since by your foresight reforms are being carried out for this nation,

3in every way and in every place, most excellent Felix, we acknowledge this with all gratitude.

4But so that I do not weary you further, I beg you to grant us, by your kindness, a brief hearing.