DOMINIC. I am sorry, sir. I am afraid I cannot see my way.

NICHOLAS. I say——

LATIMER. Thank you, Dominic.

DOMINIC. Thank you, sir.

[He goes out.

NICHOLAS. Well, that’s torn it. (To LATIMER) If you’re quite sure that you wouldn’t like to have a go? It’s the chance of a lifetime to learn all about the French Revolution.

LATIMER. Well, well! Something must be done. (He smiles suddenly) After all, why not?

LEONARD (eagerly). You will?

LATIMER. I will.

NICHOLAS. I say——