MRS. SOLNESS.

No, that would never do. Now that they are here, it is my duty to
see them. But do you stay out here in the meantime--and receive him
when he comes.


DR. HERDAL.

And try to occupy his attention as long as possible---


MRS. SOLNESS.

Yes, do, dear Miss Wangel. Keep as firm hold of him as ever you can.


HILDA.

Would it not be best for you to do that?


MRS. SOLNESS.

Yes; God knows that is my duty. But when one has duties in so many
directions---


DR. HERDAL.