Bernick.

Well, well, what is the matter with you?

Rörlund.

I must ask you a question, Consul Bernick. Is it with your consent that the young girl who has found an asylum under your roof shows herself in the public streets in company with a person whom——

Lona.

What person, Pastor?

Rörlund.

With the person from whom, of all others in the world, she should be kept furthest apart.

Lona.

Ho-ho!