[Edgard is quiet and looks out at the reflection on the water as Bastien speaks.]

Not superstitious. [He shakes his head and folds his arms.] Meaningful. You should keep it.

[He strokes his beard.] 'm not wise because of my age, wise because of the beard. Only wise people have them. [He grins, turning to face Bastien now. After a small pause he says, in a lowered voice.]

Why didn't you like who you were?