[Continuing.] And that is why the gates of Östråt must stand open by night! That is why he must remain a stranger to all, this guest of whom none must know whence he comes or whither he goes! You are setting at naught the harsh decree that forbids you to harbour or succour the outlaw——
Lady Inger.
Enough, I say!
[After a short silence, adds with an effort: You mistake, Elina—’tis no outlaw I look for.
Elina.
[Rises.] Then I have understood you ill indeed.
Lady Inger.
Listen to me, my child; but think as you listen; if indeed you can tame that wild spirit of yours.
Elina.
I am tame, till you have spoken.