LATIMER (at the mirror). Dominic, how old would you say I was?
DOMINIC. More than that, sir.
LATIMER (with a sigh). Yes, I’m afraid I am. And yet I look very young. Sometimes I think I look too young.
[177]DOMINIC. Yes, sir.
LATIMER. Miss Anne has just asked me to be her father.
DOMINIC. Very considerate of her, I’m sure, sir.
LATIMER. Yes.... To prevent similar mistakes in the future, I think I shall wear a long white beard.
DOMINIC. Yes, sir. Shall I order one from the Stores?
LATIMER. Please.
DOMINIC. Thank you, sir.... Is Miss Anne leaving us, sir?