untimely hour—taking her unawares before she has had time to-
Rebecca. [Surprised.] What do you mean? Do you see any harm in my wearing a morning gown about the house?
Kroll. Heaven forbid! I know nothing of what may now be customary at Rosmersholm.
Rosmer. Why, Kroll—you are not yourself to-day!
Rebecca. Allow me to wish you good morning, Rector Kroll. [She goes out to the left.
Kroll. By your leave [Sits on the sofa.
Rosmer. Yes, Kroll, sit down, and let us talk things out amicably. [He seats himself in a chair directly opposite to the Rector.
Kroll. I haven't closed an eye since yesterday. I have been lying thinking and thinking all night.
Rosmer. And what do you say to things to-day?
Kroll. It will be a long story, Rosmer. Let me begin
