[Walks across the room.] Regina could have been got to do it.

Mrs. Alving.

I don’t understand you. What is this about dread—and Regina?

Oswald.

Is it very late, mother?

Mrs. Alving.

It is early morning. [She looks out through the conservatory.] The day is dawning over the mountains. And the weather is clearing, Oswald. In a little while you shall see the sun.

Oswald.

I’m glad of that. Oh, I may still have much to rejoice in and live for——

Mrs. Alving.