Put his foot in it? Hee-hee! You’re a sharp one! That’s an inspiration! [In an undertone to Stensgård.] If you came off badly last night, why not put yourself right again to-night?

Stensgård.

[Seized with a sudden idea.] Lundestad, here is the opportunity!

Lundestad.

[Evasively.] Play your cards neatly.

[Looks for his hat and slips quietly towards the door.

Stensgård.

Yes, I will make a speech!

The Young Ladies.

Bravo! Bravo!