Doctor Lake
A famous Boston specialist and guest of Madam Hallowell at Greenacres.
Core Belief
"He believes in the importance of maintaining social order and upholding professional standards. He values reputation and achievement, and initially struggles to understand those who deviate from established norms."
Worldview
Doctor Lake views the world through a lens of social hierarchy and professional success. He is initially dismissive of those he considers to be beneath him, but is capable of growth and a grudging appreciation for qualities he initially scorns.
Personality
Doctor Lake is presented as an eminent and self-important figure, accustomed to deference and respect. He is initially portrayed as somewhat stodgy and lacking in a sense of humor, but later reveals a more complex side, including moments of panic and a begrudging admiration for youth and daring.
In Their Own Words
"“Nonsense, my dear Miss Edith!” Thus Doctor Lake, just a bit too Olympian in large white waistcoat and eminent calm. “It was my chauffeur’s doing. He will answer to me. I beg you, give the matter no more thought.”"
"“I’ll do my level best, Miss Edith. Go away, now, that’s a good girl.”"
"“Well, on my word and honor! I’ve just this moment recognized him. This _blessé_ is the imp of Satan who used to steal my car up the North Shore. He’s the chap who steered that confounded aeroplane into the garden-party.... I’ve always sworn that, let me once lay hands on that young scalawag, I’d lick the tar out of him!”"
Discussions with Doctor Lake
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