Yes, that is just what I say.

Oswald.

But they may have a home for all that. And several of them have, as a matter of fact; and very pleasant, well-ordered homes they are, too.

[Mrs. Alving follows with breathless interest; nods, but says nothing.

Manders.

But I’m not talking of bachelors’ quarters. By a “home” I understand the home of a family, where a man lives with his wife and children.

Oswald.

Yes; or with his children and his children’s mother.

Manders.

[Starts; clasps his hands.] But, good heavens——