Elaine

Let old Simon, dumb Simon, take me, and steer downstream to Thames. So I shall come to him.

Sir Bernard

It shall be done. You know I never said “Nay” to your desire, little daughter. Perhaps it was not wisdom.

Elaine

Is the day nearly done?

Sir Bernard

Yes, child, the sun is sinking behind the great trees.

Elaine

The flowers are falling....