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Borkman.
And you are to play before the company?
Frida.
[Biting her lip.] No; at least I am only to play for dancing.
Borkman.
Only for dancing?
Frida.
Yes; there is to be a dance after supper.
Borkman.
[Stands and looks at her.] Do you like playing dance music? At parties, I mean?
Frida.
[Putting on her outdoor things.] Yes, when I can get an engagement. I can always earn a little in that way.
Borkman.
[With interest.] Is that the principal thing in your mind as you sit playing for the dancers?
Frida.
No; I'm generally thinking how hard it is that I mayn't join in the dance myself.
Borkman.
[Nodding.] That is just what I wanted to know. [Moving restlessly about the room.]
