Yes, heaven knows he is. Then is there something behind all this?

BRACK.

Yes, perhaps there may be.

HEDDA.

Well then, sit down, my dear Judge, and tell your story in comfort.

[She seats herself to the left of the table. BRACK sits near
her, at the long side of the table.

HEDDA.

Now then?

BRACK.

I had special reasons for keeping track of my guests—last night.