BRITA. That's right. And do you know what she was?
KERSTI. Is that a riddle?
BRITA. Not at all. Do you know what she was?
KERSTI. No.
BRITA. She was a little—spoiled!
KERSTI. Is that a play on words?
BRITA. More than that!
KERSTI lets her head fall forward as if wishing to hide her face.
BRITA. Do you understand? [Pause] Is Mrs. Larsson the only one you have asked?
KERSTI. Have I asked?... The midwife, you say?