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Rank.

Yes, when there are plenty of amusing disguises——

Nora.

Tell me, what shall we two be at our next masquerade?

Helmer.

Little featherbrain! Thinking of your next already!

Rank.

We two? I'll tell you. You must go as a good fairy.

Helmer.

Ah, but what costume would indicate that?

Rank.

She has simply to wear her everyday dress.

Helmer.

Capital! But don't you know what you will be yourself?

Rank.

Yes, my dear friend, I am perfectly clear upon that point.

Helmer.

Well?

Rank.

At the next masquerade I shall be invisible.

Helmer.

What a comical idea!

Rank.

There's a big black hat—haven't you heard of