Hagbart. I am Hagbart Tallhaug.
Leonarda. And you dare to tell me so—with a smile on your lips?
Hagbart. If you will only allow me to—
Leonarda. How is it you dare to come here?
Hagbart. If you will only allow me to—
Leonarda. Not a word! Or can there be two men of that name?
Hagbart. No.
Leonarda. So it was you who came forward at the Philharmonic concert, when I was seeking admittance for myself and my adopted daughter, and spoke of me as "a woman of doubtful reputation"? Is that so?
Hagbart. Yes, madam; and I must—
Leonarda (interrupting him impetuously). Then get out of here!—Hans! (HANS is heard answering her from without.)