Dr. Stockmann.
[Turning round in the doorway.] Oh, is that you, Peter! [Goes up to him and holds out his hand.] Now this is really capital.
Burgomaster.
Unfortunately, I have only a moment to spare
Dr. Stockmann.
Nonsense! We shall have some toddy in a minute. You're not forgetting the toddy, Katrina?
Mrs. Stockmann.
Of course not; the water's boiling.
[She goes into the dining-room.
Burgomaster.
Toddy too!
Dr. Stockmann.
Yes; sit down, and let's make ourselves comfortable.
Burgomaster.
Thanks; I never join in drinking parties.
Dr. Stockmann.
But this isn't a party.
Burgomaster.
I don't know what else[Looks towards the dining-room.] It's extraordinary how they can get through all that food.
Dr. Stockmann.
[Rubbing his hands.] Yes, doesn't it do one good to see young people eat? Always hungry! That's
