Elizabeth. A boy’s glory, not a man’s.

Henslowe. ‘Faust’ and ‘The Jew of Malta’!

Elizabeth. I know them.

Henslowe. He’ll do greater things yet.

Elizabeth. Do you believe that, Henslowe?

Henslowe. No, Madam.

Elizabeth. Then why do you lie to me?

Henslowe. Madam, I mark time. I have my man; but he is not yet ripe.

Elizabeth. How long have you served me, Henslowe?

Henslowe. Twelve years.