Wangel.
Why, yes, of course; I must think of that too! But then—on the other hand—the thought of my poor suffering Ellida
! Oh, my dear Arnholm—wherever I turn, I seem to stand between fire and water!Arnholm.
There may, perhaps, be no need for you to trouble about Boletta
[Breaking off.] I wonder where she—where they have gone?[He goes up to the open door and looks out.
Wangel.
[Beside the piano.] Oh I should be so glad to make any possible sacrifice—for all three of them.—If only I knew what!
Ellida enters by the door on the left.'s for line,P3]
Ellida.
[Rapidly to Wangel.] Be sure you do not go out this morning.
Wangel.
No no, certainly not; I will stay at home with you. [Points to Arnholm, who approaches.] But you haven't said good morning to our friend?
Ellida.
[Turns.] Oh, are you there, Mr. Arnholm? [Holds out her hand.] Good morning.
Arnholm.
Good morning, Mrs. Wangel. You have not gone for your bathe to-day as usual?