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Solness.

Did you notice whether the—the book-keeper was out there?

Mrs. Solness.

Yes, of course, she was there.

Solness.

[Puts the drawings in the portfolio.] H'm——

Mrs. Solness.

She was standing at the desk, as she always is—when I go through the room.

Solness.

[Rises.] Then I'll give this to her, and tell her that——

Hilda.

[Takes the portfolio from him.] Oh, no, let me have the pleasure of doing that! [Goes to the door, but turns.] What is her name?

Solness.

Her name is Miss Fosli.

Hilda.

Pooh, that sounds so cold! Her Christian name, I mean?

Solness.

Kaia—I believe.

Hilda.

[Opens the door and calls out.] Kaia, come in here! Make haste! Mr. Solness wants to speak to you.