The Thin-haired Gentleman.

And may one never overstep the mark a little bit, Madame Bertha? Not the least little bit?

Mrs. Sörby.

Not in any respect whatsoever, Mr. Balle.

[Most of the Guests have assembled in the study; servants hand round glasses of punch.

Werle.

[To Hialmar, who is standing beside a table.] What are you studying so intently, Ekdal?

Hialmar.

Only an album, Mr. Werle.

The Thin-haired Gentleman.