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Lundestad.

Partly out of consideration for you, Chamberlain.

The Chamberlain.

For me?

Lundestad.

Our party must keep up its reputation in the eyes of the people. We represent the old, deep-rooted Norse sense of honour. If I had deserted Stensgård, you know he holds a paper——

The Chamberlain.

Not now.

Lundestad.

What?

The Chamberlain.

Here it is.

Lundestad.

He has given it up to you?

The Chamberlain.

Yes. Personally, he is a gentleman; so much I must say for him.

Lundestad.

[Thoughtfully.] Mr. Stensgård has rare abilities.

Stensgård.

[At the back, standing in the doorway.] May I come in?

The Chamberlain.

[Going to meet him.] I am delighted to see you.

Stensgård.

And you will accept my congratulations?

The Chamberlain.

With all my heart.