Hovstad.
But who could possibly imagine that——?
Burgomaster.
I have drawn up a short statement of the facts, as they appear from a sober-minded standpoint; and I have intimated that any drawbacks that may possibly exist can no doubt be remedied by measures compatible with the finances of the Baths.
Hovstad.
Have you the article with you, Burgomaster?
Burgomaster.
[Feeling in his pockets.] Yes; I brought it with me, in case you——
Aslaksen.
[Quickly.] Plague take it, there he is!