[After a short pause.] You are an amazingly reckless man, Thomas. Have not you reflected what the consequences of this may be to yourself?
Dr. Stockmann.
Consequences?—Consequences to me?
Burgomaster.
Yes—to you and yours.
Dr. Stockmann.
What the devil do you mean?
Burgomaster.
I believe I have always shown myself ready and willing to lend you a helping hand.
Dr. Stockmann.