(He goes to the door with her. As he comes back, NICHOLAS is coming slowly towards him.)
NICHOLAS. I say?
LATIMER. Yes?
NICHOLAS (thoughtfully). I say, what would you—I mean—supposing—— Because you see—I mean, it isn’t as if—— Of course, now—— (He looks at his watch and finishes up sadly) Half an hour. Well, I suppose I must be getting ready. (He goes towards the door.)
LATIMER (as he gets there). Er—Nicholas.
[127]NICHOLAS. Yes?
LATIMER. Just a moment.
NICHOLAS (coming back to him). Yes?
(LATIMER takes him by the arm, and looks round the room to see that they are alone.)
LATIMER (in a loud whisper). Cheer up!