SHERIFF. [Who has been talking with Alexandersson, steps up to the JUDGE] In my capacity of public prosecutor, I have to report the farmer Alexandersson as a witness against Baroness Sprengel.
JUDGE. In relation to the adultery charge?
SHERIFF. Yes.
JUDGE. [To the PASTOR] Here is a new clue that may lead to a solution.
PASTOR. Oh, there are lots of clues, if you can only get hold of them.
JUDGE. But nevertheless it is horrible to see two persons who have loved trying to ruin each other. It is like being in a slaughter-house!
PASTOR. Well, that is love, Judge!
JUDGE. What then is hatred?
PASTOR. It is the lining of the coat.
[The JUDGE goes over and speaks to the JURORS.