[Calmly.] And all these powers I have against me?
Aslaksen.
Yes, you have. It would mean absolute ruin for the town if your article were inserted.
Dr. Stockmann.
So that is the way of it!
Burgomaster.
My hat and stick!
[Dr. Stockmann takes off the cap and lays it on the table along with the stick.
Burgomaster.
[Taking them both.] Your term of office has come to an untimely end.