"You, mother?"
"Indeed, I have; but I couldn't help doing it. Arne, you must forgive me."
"But I'm sure you've never done anything wrong to me."
"Indeed, I have: and my very love to you made me do it. But you must forgive me; will you?"
"Yes, I will."
"And then another time I'll tell you all about it ... but you must forgive me!"
"Yes, mother, yes."
"And don't you see the reason why I couldn't talk much to you was, that I had this on my mind? I've sinned against you."
"Pray don't talk so, mother!"
"Well, I'm glad I've said what I have."