Lona.
And every one was paid in full?
Bernick.
Yes, Lona; that rumour saved our house and made me the man I am.
Lona.
A lie, then, has made you the man you are.
Bernick.
Whom did it hurt, then? Johan intended never to return.
Lona.
You ask whom it hurt? Look into yourself and see if it has not hurt you.