Helmer.

Hasn’t she even nibbled a macaroon or two?

Nora.

No, Torvald, indeed, indeed!

Helmer.

Well, well, well; of course I’m only joking.

Nora.

[Goes to the table on the right.] I shouldn’t think of doing what you disapprove of.

Helmer.

No, I’m sure of that; and, besides, you’ve given me your word——[Going towards her.] Well, keep your little Christmas secrets to yourself, Nora darling. The Christmas-tree will bring them all to light, I daresay.