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Burgomaster. And yet you are going to print it!
Hovstad.
I can't very well refuse a signed communication
Aslaksen.
I have nothing to do with the editing of the paper, Burgomaster
Burgomaster. Of course not.
Aslaksen.
I merely print what is placed in my hands.
Burgomaster. Quite right, quite right.
Aslaksen. So I must[Goes towards the printing-room.
Burgomaster.
No, stop a moment, Mr. Aslaksen. With your permission, Mr. Hovstad
Hovstad. By all means, Burgomaster.
Burgomaster.
You are a discreet and thoughtful man, Mr. Aslaksen.
Aslaksen.
I am glad you think so, Burgomaster.
Burgomaster. And a man of very wide influence.
