[Throws herself into his arms, and helps herself to macaroons.] That will be fearfully thrilling! My—my Manager!

Dr. Herdal.

[Comes out very pale, from dispensary.] Hilda I did take the—— I'm afraid I interrupt you?

Helmer.

Not in the least. But this lady is my little lark, and she is going back to her cage by the next steamer.

Dr. Herdal.

[Bitterly.] Am I never to have a gleam of happiness? But stay—do I see my little Senna once more?

Rübub.

Pardon me—my little Senna. She always believed so firmly in my pill!

Dr. Herdal.